Descendant Of The Desert

“Descendant of The Desert” is a conceptual wearable device that intends to help humans survive under extreme conditions in deserts. It speculates a future where we human beings have to implement technical means to adapt to the desert-like future environment. We aim to present a new human biomorph that enables us to survive in the desert without taking refuge from the physical dependencies.

Key Words:
Wearable Interactive Installation, Speculative Design, Human Evolution

Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

Technology:
CircuitPython
Fabrication
3D printing
laser Cutting

Group Project
Jiapei Yao, Liuliu Zhu, Shiyuan Tian, Xiaoyan Zhou
Role: Collaborate on Research and Concept Development, Final Fabrication and Assemble , Documentation and Filming.
Specifically focused on Overall Design, Technical Implementation of Waist Motor and Spine Bending Movement, Video Design.

Problem

In An Speculated Future Of Extreme Desertification Dystopia

Research Questions:
1. How can humans survive in extreme environments without relying on physical shelters?
2. What are the consequences of cybernetic enhancements on the human body?

Design Outcome

A conceptual wearable device that presents a new human biomorph, allowing humans to survive in the desert without taking refuge from physical dependencies.

Research Insight

Bioinspiration:Referencing Exoskeleton from the Desert Scorpion

How can we adapt to nature without relying on physical shelters and instead seamlessly integrate with the natural environment?
like …… insects

Instinct & Freewill Discussion

As technology integrates into the human body, it begins to influence decision-making and behavior, with algorithms and programming gradually replacing certain aspects of free will. In a future where humans evolve into cyborgs, with biological organs replaced by technological enhancements, partial free will is sacrificed.

Design

Fabrication and Development

Final Outcome

Showcases & Behind the Scene

Dec 2022 @ NYUAD Interactive Media Show

Nov 2022 On-site Installation and Filming @ Sweihan Desert, Abu Dhabi