Entrainment Working Model

Here is a video of how this theory works in terms of design opportunity.

Imagine the two weights represents 2 people and their rhythms gradually becomes synchronised.

It is difficult to see from the video but it happens!!

The Entrainment Effect from Desmond Wong on Vimeo.

Entrainment

I came across the theory of entrainment last week during my making of my feet instrument. The theory suggest whereby two interacting oscillating systems, which have different periods when they function independently, assume the same period. The two oscillators may fall into synchrony.

This model is not fully functional yet as I have to make adjustments to various parts. A video will follow once I have succeeded.

Feet Orchestra

Finding alternative ways for people to connect during waiting through there body rhythm.

Feet Orchestra from Desmond Wong on Vimeo.

Feetruments

Here are some DIY musical instruments that are operated by feet tapping.

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Happy Time with Matthew West

Happy Time from Desmond Wong on Vimeo.

Machine Two

This is a machine that alter your feet tapping rhythm.

Machine One Experiment

Before: Try to get to 30 sec with the stop-watch as close as possible without looking at it.

During: Wear Machine One and repeat the above action

After: Remove Machine One and repeat action

Bodily Rhythm one

Here is machine no. 1 that aims to alter one's perception of time by affecting there bodily rhythm. This machine vibrate one's temple creating an unease feeling.