Simbioz Services: Software & Hardware Engineering, Interactive Game Development, Electromechanical Integration, Touring-Grade System Integration, On-Site Installation.
Fabrication: Rotec
The Challenge: Teaching Home Energy Efficiency Through Robust, Highly Tangible Travelling Exhibits
Produced by Ingenium, the “Inside the Walls” travelling exhibition invites visitors of all ages to step inside the home to uncover energy use. The goal was to build a series of engaging, hands-on exhibits where guests become problem-solvers on a mission to outsmart “Power Pests”. Designed for a national tour, the interactive stations required exceptional physical durability, seamless interactivity, and easy setup for transit.
The Simbioz Solution: A Dynamic Blend of Digital Gameplay and Physical Electromechanical Hardware
Simbioz engineered and programmed a diverse suite of custom interactive modules combining tactile physical controls, custom electronics, and engaging software:
“Shoot the Leaks!” Game: An interactive aiming station featuring two custom physical caulking guns mounted on swivels, allowing visitors to aim at the screen and “seal” air leaks across the house.
Physical Effort & Kinetic Stations: Hands-on exhibits equipped with heavy-duty hand cranks, levers, buttons, and switches simulating household energy and water consumption.
Animated LED & Audio Feedback: Integrated LED light strips animating power and water flows through walls, synchronized with custom sound effects and indicator lights.
Interactive Touchscreen Kiosks: Educational digital games housed in custom-fabricated house-themed enclosures.
The Results: A Highly Engaging, Family-Friendly Exhibition Built for the Road
By merging physical manipulation (cranking, aiming, switching) with digital gameplay, Simbioz delivered an intuitive learning environment that appeals equally to children and parents. Engineered for heavy daily use, the interactive modules provide Ingenium with a reliable, low-maintenance touring feature.
