Science & Tech

WonderView

Francesca Knoetgen

19 Oct 2025 — 1 min read

Conjecture: Science & Tech

Wonder View is an immersive light experience designed to keep children in the backseat visually and educationally engaged. Built-in tablets on the back of the front seats allow children to interact by choosing from categories such as stargazing, cloud watching, and plane viewing. Once a category is selected, a colorful projection is displayed onto the car’s interior roof. This projection is paired with an interactive tablet component; for example, in the stargazing scenario, children can pinpoint constellations and learn about stars, planets, black holes, and more.

My research into the future of immersive technology in spas (Stafford, 2025) inspired me to imagine how similar visual elements; color, light, and movement, could enhance a car experience, helping children engage with relevant imagery. I also wanted to incorporate an interactive component, drawing inspiration from the Cleveland Museum of Art’s ArtLens Studio. Their design blends tactile features with advanced technology, allowing children to use their hands while exploring digital content. Similarly, the addition of an interactive element in Wonder View encourages children to more actively participate, making the experience both engaging and educational.

However, while this concept offers an engaging blend of learning and entertainment, potential limitations include driver distraction, overstimulation, high costs, accessibility challenges, and maintenance concerns. These factors highlight the need to balance immersion with practicality and safety in real-world use.

References.

ArtLens studio. Cleveland Museum of Art. (n.d.-a). https://www.clevelandart.org/artlens-gallery/artlens-studio

Grammarly. (n.d.). https://app.grammarly.com/

Stafford, M. (2025, April 23). Immersive wellness. VML. https://www.vml.com/insight/immersive-wellness

This passage was developed from primary and secondary research data I originally collected (~40%), my synthesis and framing of key stressors and themes (~40%), and AI support (~20%) in editing for clarity, structure, and academic tone. All interpretations and conclusions remain the responsibility of the author.

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