Bobby Belote's Interactive Exhibit Challenges

The video features a conversation with Bobby Belote, who works on interactive museum exhibits. It begins with a demonstration of a heat camera, revealing insights about body temperature. Bobby shares his background in art and technology, explaining how his skills translate into creating interactive exhibits. The discussion covers a muscle and bone model, the collaborative development process, and the creation of a Dunkleosteus prototype. The video also highlights the importance of material durability for exhibits and showcases a sling-jaw fish model. The session concludes with playful interactions and reflections.

What unusual feature did the heat camera reveal about the narrator?

• Their teeth appeared brown.

• Their hair was unusually warm.

• Their hands were extremely warm.

• Their glasses were foggy.

What is Bobby Belote's educational background?

• Bachelor's in sculpture and Master's in digital art.

• Bachelor's in physics and Master's in interactive design.

• Bachelor's in engineering and Master's in computer science.

• Bachelor's in painting and art history, Master's in new media art.

What tool did Bobby use to create a fake bone model?

• 3D printer

• Laser cutter

• ShopBot

• CNC machine

How does Bobby describe the process of developing interactive exhibits?

• A secretive process

• A competitive process

• A collaborative process

• A solitary process

What prehistoric creature did Bobby create a model of?

• Tyrannosaurus Rex

• Megalodon

• Pterodactyl

• Dunkleosteus

What material did Bobby choose for the interactive exhibits due to its durability?

• Polycarbonate

• Fiberglass

• Acrylic

• Polyethylene

What is a significant challenge Bobby faces during public testing of exhibits?

• Excessive wear and tear

• Technical malfunctions

• High production costs

• Lack of interest

What modern fish is mentioned that can launch its mouth out far?

• Anglerfish

• Pufferfish

• Sling-jaw

• Lionfish

What is the main reason for reinforcing the interactive exhibits?

• To reduce production costs

• To make them more visually appealing

• To make them lighter

• To ensure they last a long time

What is considered the 'gold standard' for testing the durability of exhibits?

• 6-year-olds

• Volcanoes

• Hurricanes

• Earthquakes