Navigating the OLMA Maze with Bat Ears

At the IMES booth, the Institute for Microelectronics, Embedded Systems, and Sensor Technology, visitors could step into the role of a bat. They built a small circuit on an electronics breadboard. An ultrasonic transmitter and receiver detected how close they were to a wall. The high-frequency ultrasound signals were divided down and output to a buzzer, creating an audible echo. Equipped with this 'bat sense,' the young participants ventured through a specially constructed maze.

The response to this innovative idea was overwhelming! Over the two days, the organizers were practically overrun. The enthusiasm among children, teenagers, and parents was palpable. Many visitors were delighted to not only have technology explained to them but also to try it out themselves.

This interactive experience offered a unique opportunity to experience the fascination of technology up close and sparked interest in the possibilities of modern technologies for many. The booth was staffed by the IMES team along with Prof. Guido Keel. Thanks to the appropriate bat costumes, fun was also part of the experience.