MULTIPOLAR






"Multipolar" demonstrates how atoms and molecules form various materials. By combining movement, sound and light, the sculpture creates an immersive experience that highlights the importance of material research and the properties of the smallest particle structures.
The artistic vision behind Multipolar requires a high level of technology and engineering expertise. The entire installation is suspended from the ceiling and functions similarly to a large industrial robot. It consists of 16 movable axes and approximately 4,000 individual components. Each element is motorized, allowing for precise, choreographed movement within the space. A custom-developed software system controls the interaction of sound, light, and motion, creating an immersive experience.
The work is displayed permanent at FUTURIUM Museum.
Tasks undertaken by Helldorfer Engineering:
• Calculation and design of the structural framework
• CAD development of the entire construction
• Design of the outer shell
• On-site assembly of the installation
Behind the Scenes
Date: 2024
Concept: Atelier-E
Programming & Sound: Atelier-E
Commissioned for: Futurium Museum
Photos & Videos: Atelier-E, Philipp Helldorfer
Collaborators:
Constantin Engelmann - kinetic joint engineering and general electronics
Benjamin Maus - motor control software
Lukas Esser - design and construction of the liquid crystal illumination