Animatronics – Another area of application for latex masks
I happened to stumble upon a to me unknown but fascinating field of application for silicone or latex masks – animatronics. The term animtronics as such is a combination of the words ‘animation’, as the masks or puppets are animated and ‘electronics’, describing the way the movements of the masks are actuated. The aim of animatronics is to simulate life and to create realistic and lifelike objects. Its wide usage ranges from props being used in haunted houses and theme parks as well as being used in movie making. The engineering being behind the mask seems to be complex and uses a variety of electric motors, pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders and cable driven mechanisms to achieve the movements and are most often computer controlled. True art in my eyes, but you may wish to take a look at a few more videos yourself:
Chimpanzee masks used in Bruno Mars Lazy Song
Are you having a boring day? Do you want to do some monkey around business to ease your mind from the stressful environment you are living? Lucky for you! You are not alone! Even famous singer Bruno Mars has some idle days too! His popular song, “The Lazy Song,” had sold over four million digital copies worldwide. Several viewers posted different questions about the connection between monkey masks and being lazy and guess what, it became an effective marketing tactic for both video and masks! His backup friends wearing chimp masks added symbolism related with ‘being lazy’ and just doing monkey about business. Audience became crazy about the mask and video that are fun to watch! Continue Reading →
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