Development of Head-Mounted Water Display

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to investigate the psychological influence of a water display, which shows images on a transparent and continuous water membrane surrounding a head mounted hemisphere. We developed a water display that incorporates the aesthetic of both the artist and the engineer, providing a viewer with an unusual sense of underwater immersion without ever getting wet. Moreover, the system provides comfortable mist and a surrounding water sound. The water display has proven to be particularly well received by subjects. Future water displays could be used by the entertainment and amusement industry.