Expanded Puppets: New Forms of Manipulation with Digital Media and 3d Printing
摘要
Puppets are considered one of humanity's most traditional forms of expression, but at the same time, they are innovative forms that are renewed or reinvented. This project aims to give traditional puppets some autonomy and explore new forms of manipulation using digital media and 3D printing, addressing the question of how the implementation of interactive technologies can contribute to the puppets’ illusion of life without compromising its essence. Although the introduction of technologies such as light, sound and video projection have been widely adopted in puppetry, the performing objects themselves - marionettes - remain largely faithful to traditional materials and methods such as wood and mechanical mechanisms. The exploration of physical computing, sensors, digital media, and digital control devices in puppets has been limited, which is a promising area for investigation. Through an in-depth study of puppet manipulation techniques and analysis of relevant projects and authors, the aspects to be innovated in puppets and the requirements for a practical project to be developed were identified. This practical project focuses on developing interactive systems for a company puppet show, using a specific case study methodology and technologies such as 3D printing and interactive digital media. The objective is to expand traditional puppetry, creating new dimensions in puppetry through the incorporation of interactive digital technologies, promoting theoretical reflection and the dissemination of techniques and results achieved.