Background

Whether marveling at the size of a sting ray’s
wings at an
aquarium or admiring your own pet goldfish in its simple round bowl,
fish tanks
are wonderful things to observe. The varied colors, shapes, and
textures of
fish and other tank life are aesthetically pleasing and positively
contribute
to the ambiance of a room. However, because fish tanks are primarily
designed for observation, they support limited interaction.

Design Goals

We have designed a fish tank that naturally encourages a
more active interaction between the observer and the fish tank. Our goal is to
make the fish (and its tank) feel more a part of the household,
bringing it out of the background and into its owner's life. Our design emphasizes two of the common elements found in tanks:
sound and light. Our fish tank design reacts to the natural movement of the
fish, illuminating the tank when the fish is active and darkening the tank when
the fish is at rest. When someone
notices the fish is active and touches the tank, a pleasant bubbling sound is
emitted, encouraging future interactions.

Active Aquarium

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