Real Artificial Life as an Immersive Media

Abstract

This paper presents concepts and realization of interactive robotics, sound and light installations. Aesthetics of these kinetic environments are discussed regarding artificial life as an immersive media. Robotic ecosystems principles are exposed through connectionism, subsumption and reactive man-machine dialogue. Three pieces are exemplified with implementation and technical overview of their respective systems. Emphasis is made on the installation's behaviors and their design process.