The heartbeat is the most fundamental and mysterious rhythm of life. It is produced by the rhythmic contractions of the heart muscle, each beat pumping blood throughout the body. The frequency of the heartbeat—heart rate—is a key indicator reflecting the body's physiological state. It is relatively stable at rest but is subtly influenced by emotions, activity, and health conditions. By capturing the pulse (the pulsations in the arteries that occur with the heartbeat) using sensors, we can indirectly and accurately measure heart rate. Transforming this physiological signal into a real-time audible "thump-thump" sound and substantial numerical data allows individuals to directly perceive the operating status of their often-overlooked life engine, providing a profound experience of self-awareness. Our "Heartbeat and Pulse" exhibit makes this experience simple yet impactful within an integrated sensing platform measuring 997*1130*1518mm. Visitors simply stand on the drum-shaped base, firm
In complex systems, the simple actions of individuals can, through interaction, generate collective wisdom and power that surpasses the sum of their individual parts. The core scientific principle of teamwork lies in this "emergence": when multiple individuals coordinate their actions towards a common goal, their efforts are not simply additive, but can produce a systemic effect of "1+1+1 > 3" through complementarity, synchronization, and mutual reinforcement. However, coordination is no easy task; it requires participants to understand the common goal, perceive the actions of others, and adjust their own behavior in real time. The process itself is a perfect simulation of communication, feedback, and adaptive learning. Our exhibit, "Many Hands Make Light Work," transforms this abstract concept into an intuitive and engaging physical challenge within a compact 1.2-meter square device. The device is designed for three participants to operate simultaneously: each controls a handwheel li
Water freezing is one of the most common yet most magical phase transition processes in nature. When water temperature drops to its freezing point (0°C) and continues to dissipate heat, the thermal motion of water molecules slows down. They begin to break free from the random flow of the liquid state and arrange themselves in an orderly fashion according to the hexagonal crystal system, forming solid ice. This process is not instantaneous; it begins with a "crystal nucleus," with ice crystals growing outwards until they occupy the entire water volume. The fact that ice is less dense than water, expands in volume, and has a unique aesthetic morphology all stem from this microscopic molecular rearrangement. Understanding freezing is a vivid lesson in understanding changes in the state of matter and energy transfer. Our "Observing Water Freezing" exhibit uses a sophisticated temperature control and microscopic imaging system to transform this usually slow and difficult-to-observe process
In today's highly electrified world, our relationship with electricity is mostly limited to the "one-button switch," with the process of generating electrical energy seeming distant and abstract. The interactive form of "pedal-powered electricity generation" re-establishes the most primal and direct connection between the human body and electrical energy: it re-anchors the production of electrical energy to the individual's physical exertion. The amount of physical effort you put in directly determines the height, brightness, and stability of the electrical energy you can "summon." This immediate, quantifiable causal feedback provides an unparalleled sense of control and accomplishment, transforming the abstract concept of "one kilowatt-hour" into a tangible experience of muscle fatigue and a visible visual spectacle. Stepping onto our 3.43-meter-high "pedal-powered electricity generation" device, you embark on not just a ride, but a contest and dance with the laws of physics. The cor
Many major breakthroughs in the history of science began with curiosity and precise verification of simple phenomena. The beginnings of electromagnetism are no exception. Today, without complex equipment, we can reenact the key steps of this leap in understanding and delve into its parameters and phenomena through carefully designed interactive experiments. The core value of this interactive inquiry lies in transforming learners from passive recipients of knowledge into active manipulators of phenomena and direct verifiers of laws. By adjusting variables (such as current magnitude and direction), observing responses (such as compass deflection and iron filings patterns), and connecting them to theoretical explanations on a touchscreen, a complete "hypothesis-experiment-conclusion" scientific inquiry cycle can be completed in minutes. Upon arriving at our large-scale "Electromagnetism" experimental setup (2800*2600*2000mm), you take over a classic electromagnetism laboratory. Your tool
Many video games require players to have quick reflexes and hand-eye coordination, but professional simulation training elevates this requirement to a new level: it demands a profound spatial cognitive transformation on top of fine motor control. When your hand moves a joystick in a real three-dimensional space while your eyes are focused on a two-dimensional screen, your brain must constantly perform coordinate transformations, "translating" the physical displacement of your hand into the movement of instruments on the screen in a virtual three-dimensional space. This cognitive-motor integration ability is a core competency for many high-tech professions (such as surgeons, pilots, and mechanics), and it also reflects neuroplasticity that can be improved through targeted training. The "I Am a Great Doctor" exhibit provides an excellent platform for self-testing and challenges. Standing before this simulated surgical station, your working environment is highly realistic: ergonomically
Effective teamwork is often built upon an implicit understanding—a shared understanding of common goals, individual roles, and pace of action. This understanding is not innate but learned and strengthened through collaborative challenges, immediate feedback, and dynamic adjustments. Encapsulating this dynamic social learning process within an interactive challenge requiring immediate physical coordination provides participants with a safe, engaging, and instantly responsive "social experimentation ground." This allows them to experience firsthand the frustration of failed coordination and the intense sense of accomplishment of successful coordination, thus gaining a profound understanding of the value of collaboration. The exhibit "Many Hands Make Light Work" (1200*1200*1800mm) is precisely such a meticulously designed "social-technological" system. It invites three participants to stand together facing a clear and engaging common goal: guiding a ball through a journey. The device its
The beauty of science often lies hidden in dynamic processes. Water freezing is a classic example of the transformation from "disorder" to "order." Liquid water molecules are in a state of relatively free and chaotic motion, but when solid ice forms, the molecules are "locked" into a highly regular, repeating lattice. At the critical moment of this transformation, a myriad of ever-changing ice flower patterns are created on a macroscopic scale—the growth of each ice crystal is subtly influenced by water temperature, impurities, the container surface, and even airflow, making the microstructure of each ice formation unique. Observing this process is not only about learning physics, but also about appreciating nature's fleeting abstract art, painted with molecules as its brush. The "Observing Water Freezing" exhibit provides an ideal, controlled "scientific observation platform." By slowing down the freezing process and magnifying key stages, it allows you to calmly appreciate and study
Traditionally, lighting fixtures require support from lamp holders, poles, or hanging wires. "Suspension," however, completely breaks down this inherent physical connection, bringing a visual shock and a sense of spiritual liberation that defies everyday experience. When a light bulb detaches from all visible support structures, floating silently in mid-air and emitting a warm glow, it transcends its simple function of illumination, transforming into a highly symbolic artistic icon: representing lightness, freedom, a futuristic feel, and a new state of being that technology bestows upon matter. This ability to transform functional objects into the core of a poetic scene is a crucial expression of contemporary technological art. Our "Magnetic Levitation Light Bulb" art installation (φ1400*2600mm) aims to create such a breathtaking, immersive moment. The entire experience is designed with a sense of ritual: after pressing the start button, the raising and lowering of the bracket and the
Humanity's quest for the Earth-Sun distance is an epic tale brimming with wisdom. From Aristarchus's rough estimate based on lunar phases, to Kepler's laws providing the theoretical framework, and then to precise triangulation measurements utilizing opportunities such as Venus transits and near-Earth asteroids, each improvement in accuracy signifies an expansion of the boundaries of human knowledge and a deepening understanding of the cosmic order. This value, known as the "astronomical unit," is not only a fundamental constant in physics but also the "first milestone" in civilization's measurement of its place in the universe. Understanding its measurement history is understanding how humanity, with limited tools, has gradually unraveled the mysteries of the infinite universe. Our "Distance Between Earth and the Sun" exhibit condenses this millennia-long scientific history onto a 3-meter-long interactive platform. You are no longer passively receiving a number but can "choose" to ent
