The iconic look and feel of a tower optical viewer transformed into a modern immersive digital experience. By modifying the internals, the viewer became a tool for displaying and interacting with media content. The viewer can be used to tell stories through videos, slideshows, remote viewing, interactive gaming, and augmented reality.
• Key contributor to all aspects of design and assembly
• In charge of hidden wiring and utilizing coin lever arm as a switch
• Performed extensive research into optics and how the human brain perceives images
• Tested and selected optical lenses to create an immersive experience
• Assisted in building and testing prototypes
• Design challenges included varying sight ability from person to person, maintaining iconic look and feel, and easy implementation into existing units