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ExNET > Exhibits > Group 1 > Circling Wave Umbrella
circling wave umbrella
wind, weather and turbulence

A spinning disc of fabric undulates in complex ways and organizes itself into a pattern of circling waves. The pattern of waves is influenced by the surrounding air currents as well as by visitors who can change the speed of rotation by adjusting a knob.
Exhibit Specs
48"dia X 120"d
2.0 amps @ 120 volts
275 lbs.
Exhibit Materials
Maintenance Manual   PDF Format | Help?
Graphic (bilingual)   PDF Format | Help?
Circling Wave Umbrella 1
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Circling Wave Umbrella 2
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Circling Wave Umbrella 3
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Circling Wave Umbrella Video   QuickTime Format | Help?
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