The AquaScript technology was created by German artist Julius Popp. Here's how it works:
The basic AquaScript module is 2 meters long with a number of magnet-valves that can expel single water-drops on demand. A proprietary computer system and software synchronizes the valves so that the falling water-drops result in a freely definable bitmap-muster. Installation of AquaScript is very flexible. The array can be mounted on a rigging truss for temporary installation using half-couplers, or also be fitted with bolts for fixed installation...
An 8 meter AquaDisplay will use ~ 60 liters (~16 gallons) of water per minute. This depends on local water pressure and the density of the bitmaps used...
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