Monday, September 15, 2014

RichTech Provides New Solution for Interactive Bar Table

RichTech Provides New Solution for Interactive Bar Table




The bar known as the Junction, which is
surrounded by Ivy League universities, recently provided a new challenge
to RichTech. The bar wanted a way to make the system more interactive
and appealing. After some consideration, RichTech responded by producing
the new
Interactive Bar system. This system offers new and exciting ways for customers to enjoy an evening out.

Junction


Improving on Earlier Success

The new Interactive Bar represents an
improvement on a previous product that the Junction had used to great
effect. In this case, the bar was a top-projection model that was
further customized using our interactive technology. The final version
of the bar measured a total of 5.46 meters long by 0.7 meters wide. The
bar is simple to set up and can fit into a relatively small space if
needed. When put into action, the bar drew a lot of attention from
patrons who enjoyed seeing the different programs and games that were
available. With the projection lamps placed overhead, the establishment
was able to turn a simple blank bar space into something that served as
the center of attention during a busy night. This means that the bar
became something more than just a social venue – it became a central
part of the conversation.


before install the interactive bar system
Before
after install the interactive bar system
After
Design Drawing of Interactive Bar for Junction
Design Drawing of Interactive Bar for Junction

The Effects of the Interactive System

The individual effects of the system can
be altered to fit an individual establishment’s needs. In the case of
the Junction, one of the Interactive Bar’s most popular features was to
have beautiful flowers start to bloom when a customer moved a hand over
the bar’s surface or placed a glass on it. Virtual fish swam through a
water pattern on the bar and would dart away when customers tried to
touch them. There were also numerous interactive games included,
allowing people who were drinking or eating at the bar to remain
entertained even after becoming used to the other fascinating effects.
In the case of this particular client, the heavy emphasis on nature
themes helped to bring a calming sense of nature to an otherwise busy
bar. This can be a great way to give a business a different feel than
what people normally expect.



the effects of Interactive Bar for Junction


Overwhelmingly Positive Client Feedback

I was a new RichTech customer, and I made
a comparison of the services offered by RichTech and several other
similar options. RichTech had a terrific reputation from other customers
and an affordable price point, so I chose to go with them for the
Interactive Bar. The end result was very positive. The installation was
easy, the effects were very impressive, and I was provided with terrific
after-sales support. The RichTech technicians who helped me began the
project by asking for a picture of the bar so they could customize the
solution to meet my needs. This was a huge success that I am happy to
share. I was even interviewed by our local media some time ago.


As a whole, the RichTech
Interactive Bar met with remarkable success and helped to improve the
reaction of customers who entered the area. With a very satisfied
client, this particular design can be considered to be a huge success.



Monday, September 1, 2014

A Nifty Design Idea for A Visual - Interactive Bar Counter Surface

There is a nifty design idea for a visual, interactive bar counter surface. RichTech interactive bar – an “intelligent” surface system lights up and connects objects together in a pretty cool visual effect.


"The intelligent tracking system of RichTech interactive bar detects all objects touching the surface. This input is used to let the projected content interact dynamically with the movements on the counter. Objects can be illuminated at their position or virtual objects can be "touched" with the fingers."

A couple of projectors, Infra-red cameras, and lots of sleepless nights coding the animations – is all that it takes to up the ante for visual display and interactivity. Amazing video!

I just need to get a hold of all this hardware (projectors could be expensive), and start building my own interactive multi-touch surface. Some cleaver coding and nifty design could soon bring the meaning of drinking games to a whole new level.