Dip the centre
Press the grip to disturb the water with the central plunger.
Nature & waves
Ripple Plate
Dip a central plunger into a shallow plate and watch ripples spread outward.
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3D MODEL
Load the 3D model to rotate and zoom. Approx. 0.6 MB.
Design concept shown in a fixed pose. The 3D view explores the form; effects and mechanisms are illustrative.
FROM ACTION TO DISCOVERY
How the interaction works
Follow the rings
Observe ripples moving outward from the disturbance.
Try another rhythm
Let the surface settle or create another disturbance and compare the pattern.
A CLOSER LOOK
Perspective render
Explore the arrangement of a shallow circular plate, central plunger, front grip and illustrative concentric ripple rings.
LEARNING THROUGH PLAY
What visitors can discover
This concept brings waves, patterns and observation into a shared water-table setting. Visitors can explore the idea at their own pace and compare what they notice with a partner.
Wave motion
A local disturbance can travel across a much wider surface.
Patterns
Concentric rings make the wavefronts easier to recognise.
Timing
Spacing repeated actions changes how disturbances meet.
PART OF A BIGGER WATER TABLE
Planning Ripple Plate
Keep the grip and plate visible at the table edge. Develop the shallow working depth, plunger travel and surface stability for clear ripple observation.
The arrangement can be developed for a museum, science centre or play space as part of a custom water table. Final dimensions, materials and operating performance are established during design and engineering.
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