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Mechanical shadow puppet theatre — actual physical exhibit reference photograph

Science & Art

Mechanical shadow puppet theatre

A translucent stage, articulated figures and two front control stations create a museum shadow theatre, connecting storytelling with light, movement and direct visitor interaction.

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Mechanical shadow puppet theatre — actual physical exhibit reference photograph
24 sec · Real operating video

THE PRODUCT IN MOTION

See it work.

See the actual mechanical shadow puppet theatre. A broad light-transmitting screen separates figures from viewers. Operate the controls and observe the figure’s screen appearance.

Video & text guide

THE ACTIVITY & MECHANISM

Bring shadow figures into a shared story

Figures behind a screen and front visitor controls connect physical movement with a shadow performance. A figure intercepts light to create a silhouette, while the mechanism supplies its selected gesture. Visitors can compare the represented character with its screen appearance and build a story within the supplied controls and stage sequence.

  1. 01

    Choose

    Approach an available control station and follow its instructions.

  2. 02

    Animate

    Operate the controls and observe the figure’s screen appearance.

  3. 03

    Tell

    Use the available actions to build a short visual story.

REFERENCE & PROJECT SCOPE

Reference specifications.

Use the reference dimensions and operating information to plan the exhibit. The agreed project drawings define the supplied configuration, installation interfaces and service access.

L × W × H
2,000 × 1,500 × 2,700 mm
Exhibit theme
Science & Art
Visitor activity
Choose · Animate · Tell
Reference operation
Visitors use the two projecting control consoles to articulate the figures behind the screen. The matched unit is the compact Weinan theatre; it is not the separate long-track robotic-puppet version found in a catalogue.
Power & supply
Powered versions can be configured for 110/220 V AC, 50/60 Hz. The drawing calls for floor expansion-bolt fixing and a recessed floor outlet with a single-phase three-wire AC 220 V supply, grounding and leakage protection. Its 3 A / 0.5 kW notation is an installation provision.
Reference construction
The Weinan theatre drawing specifies an 8 mm tempered-glass observation pane and a frosted translucent acrylic screen. Puppet and cabinet substrates are not given in the inspected overview; the puppet joints are specified to remain free-moving.
Configuration options
Appearance, interpretation language, controls and installation arrangement by project agreement
Daily operating schedule
8 hours per day
Scheduled maintenance
Every 30 days
Factory dispatch lead time
30–120 calendar days after design approval and receipt of the deposit. Transit time is additional.
Minimum custom order
One exhibit

Matched assembly drawing reference: 2000 × 1500 × 2700 mm (L × W × H). Complete exhibit with upper lightbox and both projecting operator consoles. Visitor and service clearances are additional.

Reference configuration notes
Translucent stage
A broad light-transmitting screen separates figures from viewers.
Puppet figures
Articulated character forms are visible behind the stage surface.
Two stations
Two visitor control areas sit along the stage front.
Customisation, installation & support
01Reference envelope
Matched assembly drawing reference: 2000 × 1500 × 2700 mm (L × W × H). Complete exhibit with upper lightbox and both projecting operator consoles. Visitor and service clearances are additional.
02Configuration
Confirm characters, movements, control mapping, lighting, screen material and the performance area around the installation.
03Visitor access
Agree viewing positions, reach, approach space and supervision for the selected audience.
04Handover scope
Confirm the technical drawings, supplied media, service access and operating instructions before production.
See the design-to-delivery process

BEFORE AN ENQUIRY

Questions & support.

24 months of complimentary spare-parts support, remote technical guidance and long-term after-sales support. Exhibit Engineers pays the shipping cost of complimentary spare parts during the 24-month support period.

Explore the support
Delivery, installation & after-sales terms
Payment
A 50% deposit is payable after the contract is signed. The remaining balance is paid after acceptance and before dispatch, so full payment is received before dispatch. Payment methods are agreed in the contract.
Packaging & transport
Metal shipping cases or multilayer wood-panel shipping cases. Transport arrangements and costs are agreed to suit the project.
Materials & painted finish
Common material options include Q235 steel, stainless steel, aluminium alloy, PVC, acrylic, engineering plastics. The combination is selected for each configuration. Marine anti-corrosion paint with a piano-gloss automotive paint finish. Applied to painted parts.
Typical power · powered versions
Standard products: 100–500 W; oversized installations: 1,000–5,000 W. Typical ranges for powered versions. Confirm the selected model and final connected load.
Product maintenance
Inspect puppet rivets and articulated joints, linkages, control travel, the observation pane and lighting. Keep the specified joint clearance, figure layering and floor fixings intact.
Installation & training
Complimentary training is available on site or remotely, according to project needs. If installation or on-site after-sales service is not included in the product price, the customer pays the actual travel expenses incurred, unless the contract provides otherwise.
Factory acceptance & handover
Mid-production and pre-dispatch checks are provided. Factory acceptance can take place in person at the factory or through acceptance videos. Installation and operating videos, written installation and operating instructions, drawings and a spare-parts list are provided.
Complimentary parts
24 months of complimentary spare-parts support, starting when the exhibit is handed over for use. Covers faults not caused by the user. User-caused or deliberate damage is excluded. Exhibit Engineers pays the shipping cost of complimentary spare parts during the 24-month support period.
Warranty & repair labour
The whole-exhibit warranty period and repair labour scope and charges are agreed in the contract.
Can we discuss a prototype or sample for a custom version?

Yes. Prototype testing and sample fabrication are available for custom projects. Discuss which functions or features you need to review for your version. The scope, cost and schedule are agreed for the project.

How prototype testing & samples work
What creates the image in a shadow-puppet theatre?

A shadow forms when an object blocks light. A translucent screen allows the resulting shape to be viewed from the other side. Figure position, light direction and spacing affect the image; the drive method is a separate engineering choice.

Can the reference be adapted for our gallery?

Confirm characters, movements, control mapping, lighting, screen material and the performance area around the installation. The reference photographs show one configuration; the final project drawings define the supplied version.

What do the images and videos show?

The gallery labels photographs, video frames, renderings and the dimension drawing. Physical footage is identified separately.

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