WO2021250597A1

WO2021250597A1 - Aqua dome space theatre

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Publication number: WO2021250597A1
Application number: PCT/IB2021/055091
Authority: WO
Inventors: Rohan Sandeep Shah; Neelam Sandeep Shah
Original assignee: Rohan Sandeep Shah; Neelam Sandeep Shah
Priority date: 2020-06-11
Filing date: 2021-06-10
Publication date: 2021-12-16

Abstract

A simple and cost effective an aqua space dome theatre structure (100) is disclosed. The disclosed theatre (100) includes a support platform (102) having a pool (108) to store water, and one or more floating chairs (110) placed in the pool (108) to float over the water. The floating chairs (110) are adapted to accommodate one or more audience. Theatre (100) further includes an inner dome shaped enclosure (104) supported on the support platform (102) at a lower end of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104), and having a dome shaped projection screen (112) on an inner surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) enclosing the pool of the support platform (102) and a plurality of projectors (114) configured to project moving images on the dome shaped projection screen (114). The disclosed theatre (100) facilitates audience to feel like being in a space.

Description

AQUA DOME SPACE THEATRE

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure relates generally to planetariums. More specifically, it pertains to an aqua space dome theatre structure to facilitate users to feel like being in an outer space/ Anthariksha.

BACKGROUND

[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

[0003] Entertainment is a form of activity that holds the attention and interest of an audience or gives pleasure and delight. It can be an idea or a task but is more likely to be one of the activities or events which keep an audience's attention. Since our early days, entertainment has become an integral part of our lives. Either for fun, relaxation or for gaining useful knowledge, it serves as a key element in empowering our persona on various levels.

[0004] As is well known, a planetarium is a theatre or educational theatre constructed primarily to introduce instructive and engaging shows about stargazing, various planetary bodies and educate people about the universe as a whole. A prominent feature of the planetariums is a large spherical dome with projection screens on onto which scenes of stars, planets, and other celestial objects can be made to appear and move realistically by using a wide variety of technologies, for example precision-engineered 'star balls' that combine optical and electro mechanical technology, slide projector, video and full dome projector systems, lasers, etc. Planetariums have always been considered as a symbol of historical backdrop of science and our understanding of space and undiscovered worlds.

[0005] However, the conventional planetariums are not efficient to provide an immersive experience of being in outer space to the audience. Besides, in the planetariums recliner chairs are provided, which are not effective and comfortable for the users. A field of view of the users sitting on the recliner chairs has limitations to the massive dome design on which the projection of cosmos is created, in such condition the user may misses the main effect of being lost in cosmos/outer space.

[0006] In recent years, improved have been made to build cinematic theatres with a wider field of view. For example, the recent IMAX dome/Omnimax theatre provides a large moving image allowing the audience to feel somewhat immersed in the on-screen images. The IMAX Dome is similar to a typical planetarium and has a hemispherical screen, which provides more of a virtual reality setting than a conventional flat screen theatre. However, the IMAX Dome is also not efficient to provide an immersive experience of being in outer space to the audience.

[0007] There is, therefore, a need in the art to provide a simple, compact and cost- effective solution which can overcome the foregoing limitations in the art, and to enhance experience of being in space.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.

[0009] A general object of the present disclosure is to provide an improved and efficient virtual reality dome theatre which gives audience a total immersion experience.

[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an improved theatre which can overcome the foregoing limitations in the art.

[0011] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an aqua space dome theatre structure to facilitate users to feel like being in a space.

[0012] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an aqua space dome theatre facilitates users to feel effects such as weightlessness/floating and disorientation to feel like being in space without actually going there.

[0013] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an improved motion picture experience capable of showing images to audience, where the audience will perceive an illusion that they are viewing the images within outer space.

[0014] Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide an entertainment structure in a form of a dome-shaped theatre capable of showing moving images, where audience will perceive an illusion that they are viewing the images within a void. [0015] Still object of the present disclosure is to provide a simple and cost effective theatre to show concepts and terminologies related to space such as eclipse formation, black hole, gravity, and time warp on a big projector screens encompassing viewing audience.

[0016] These and other objects of the present invention will become readily apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY

[0017] Aspects of present disclosure relate to an improved planetarium. More specifically, it pertains to an aqua space dome theatre structure to facilitate users to feel like being in a space without going there. The present disclosure also discloses a theatre structure providing sensory immersion in a motion picture presentation.

[0018] In an aspect, the present disclosure provides an improved and cost effective theatre that includes a support platform having a pool to store water, and one or more floating chairs placed in the pool to float over the water. The floating chairs are being configured to accommodate one or more audience. The disclosed theatre further includes an inner dome shaped enclosure supported on the support platform at a lower end of the inner dome shaped enclosure, the inner dome shaped enclosure (hereinafter, also referred to as inner enclosure) includes a dome shaped projection screen on an inner surface of the inner enclosure enclosing the pool of the support platform, and a plurality of projectors configured to project moving images on the dome shaped projection screen.

[0019] In an embodiment, the inner enclosure can include an inner projection member comprising the dome shaped projection screen, an outer panel, a plurality of first T sections coupled between the inner projection member and the outer panel at opposite ends of the first T- sections, and an insulating member disposed between the inner projection member and the outer panel.

[0020] In an embodiment, the inner projection member can be made of aluminium sheet panel having a thickness, for example 6 millimetres (mm), the outer panel can be made of a stainless steel sheet panel having a thickness, for example 5 mm.

[0021] In an embodiment, each of the one or more floating chairs can be saucer shaped.

The floating chairs can include stairs in a portion, and any or a combination of ridges and slops in another portion of the floating chairs. [0022] In an embodiment, the theatre can include a sound generation devices, such as but not limited to speakers, for generating sounds. Each of the sound generation devices can be configured with a perforated wall.

[0023] In an embodiment, the theatre can include an outer dome shaped enclosure configured to enclose the inner dome shaped enclosure such that there is a gap between an outer surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure and an inner surface of the outer dome shaped enclosure. The outer dome shaped enclosure can be supported on the support platform at a lower end outer dome shaped enclosure. The inner surface of the outer dome shaped enclosure is coupled to the outer surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure through supporting cables to support the inner dome shaped enclosure

[0024] In an embodiment, the outer dome shaped enclosure (hereinafter, also referred to as the outer enclosure) can include an inner member, an outer member, and a plurality of second T-sections coupled to the inner member and the outer member at opposite ends of the second T- sections. The inner member can be made of a metal sheet panel having thickness, for example 5 mm, the outer member can be made stainless steel sheet panel having thickness, for example 8 mm, and each of the second T-sections is made of mild steel having thickness, for example 10 mm.

[0025] In an embodiment, the support platform can include a deck surrounding the pool, and a cavity below the deck for other purpose such as, service area and/or to accommodate electrical, mechanical and/or electronic equipment.

[0026] Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure. The diagrams are for illustration only, which thus is not a limitation of the present disclosure. [0028] FIG. 1 illustrates a sectional view of the proposedaqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIGs. 2A and 2B illustrate exemplary top view of the proposed aqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIGs. 3A to 3C illustrates an exemplary perspective view and sectional views of a floating chair of the proposed aqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIGs. 4A and 4B illustrates an exemplary implementation of the proposed aqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without some of these specific details.

[0033] If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or

“might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.

[0034] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0035] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.

[0036] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all groups used in the appended claims.

[0037] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which exemplary embodiments are shown. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. These embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those of ordinary skill in the art. Moreover, all statements herein reciting embodiments of the invention, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass both structural and functional equivalents thereof. Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents as well as equivalents developed in the future (i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure).

[0038] Embodiments explained herein relate to a theatre/planetarium. Particularly, it pertains to an aqua space dome theatre structure to facilitate users to feel like being in a space. In an aspect, the present disclosure provides an entertainment theatre which can overcome the limitation of conventional planetariums and/or IMAX dome theatres, and provides better space experience and liveliness.

[0039] Entertainment can simply be descried as watching, listening or getting acquainted with something one likes or which makes one aware of the surrounding issues. The disclosed theatre can be based on real-time simulations which could help in better comprehension of various perplexing study fields such as, but not limited to, aerospace/space. Thus, the disclosed theatre provides a platform to simplify learning related to aerospace industry and to ignite individuals (young) minds by creating space awareness along with entertainment. Virtual reality can be incorporated for explaining difficult rocket science and astronomy concepts. [0040] In an embodiment, 2D and/or 3D projectors/ laser projectors and virtual reality headset can be installed in the inner dome to create a realistic cosmic environment.

[0041] In an aspect, the disclosed theatre can include a support platform having a pool to store water, and one or more floating chairs placed in the pool to float over the water. The floating chairs are configured to accommodate one or more audience. The disclosed theatre further includes an inner dome shaped enclosure supported on the support platform at a lower end of the inner dome shaped enclosure, the inner dome shaped enclosure includes a dome shaped projection screen on an inner surface of the inner enclosure enclosing the pool of the support platform, and a plurality of projectors configured to project moving images on the dome shaped projection screen.

[0042] In an embodiment, the floating chairs can be made of polycarbonate and all the safety aspects as well as necessary measurements can be incorporated while designing the saucers shaped floating chair.

[0043] In an embodiment, in disclosed theatre concepts and terminologies related to space such as eclipse formation, black hole, gravity, time warp can be shown on the big projector screen encompassing the viewing audience. Acoustics of the dome using perforated channel walls can be considered for better audio effects and for making it echo-compatible. Thus, the proposed aqua space dome theatre helps to educate people by showing space related concepts and terminologies.

[0044] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre can facilitate users to feel effects like floating/weightlessness and disorientation to virtually explore being in space without actually going there with keeping the safety of the audience/user.

[0045] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre can include virtual reality simulators and various effects of space to provide users actual experience environment of space on the earth. [0046] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre can be used in defence and aerospace agency to actually stimulate an event before its actual implementation or happening.

[0047] FIG. 1 illustrates a sectional view of the proposedaqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure. The disclosed theatre 100 can include a support platform 102 having a pool 108 to store water, an inner dome shaped enclosure 104 supported on the support platform 102 at a lower end of the inner enclosure 104, and an outer dome shaped enclosure 106 configured to enclose the inner dome shaped enclosure 104. The outer enclosure 106 is supported on the support platform 102 at a lower end outer enclosure 106. [0048] In another embodiment, the theatre can include, other than the pool, an artificial turf or carpet surface on which the user can lie-on and experience the same effect. The ground for turf/carpet can be in the form of a trough impression- half spherical in foot print.

[0049] In an embodiment, the inner enclosure 104 includes a dome shaped projection screen 112 on an inner surface of the inner enclosure 104 enclosing the pool 108 of the support platform 102.

[0050] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre includes one or more floating chairs, such as floating chairs 110-1,110-2, 110-3 ... 110-N (collectively referred to as floating chairs/seats 110) placed in the pool 108 to float over the water. The floating chairs 110 are configured to accommodate one or more audience 116.

[0051] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre includes a plurality of projectors, such as projectors 114-1, 114-2, 114-3... 114-N (collectively referred to as projectors 114) configured to project moving images on the dome shaped projection screen 112. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of projectors can include six projectors (shown in FIGs. 2A and 2B).In an embodiment, the projectors can include a fish eye lens camera, advance cameras or any other suitable camera or projectors. In an embodiment, the theatre 100 can include sound generation devices, such as but not limited to speakers, for generating sounds. Each of the sound generation devices can be configured with a perforated wall.

[0052] Referring to FIGs. 3A to 3C, each of the floating chairs 110 can be saucer shaped chair. The floating chairs 110 can include stairs302 in a portion, and can include any or a combination of ridges 304 in another portion of the floating chairs 110.

[0053] In an embodiment, the floating chairs 110 can be made of polycarbonate and all the safety aspects as well as necessary measurements can be incorporated while designing the saucers shaped floating chair 110. By using the effective design of floating chair as shown in the FIGs. 3A to 3C, the user can get a complete view of the screen as the design of the floating chairs increase the field of view of the user by allowing them to lie-down while floating and get a complete immersive experience of actually floating in space. [0054] In an embodiment, the floating chairs 110 can include a projected platform 306 to hold one or more articles such as emergency equipment or light or mechanism or anchor for controlling the floating chair etc.

[0055] In an embodiment, a stimulation mechanism can be provided below the floating chairs for stimulation purpose. The stimulation mechanism can be an electro-mechanical or a mechanical mechanism.

[0056] In an embodiment, the floating chairs 110 can be still with respect to the surrounding and can be in a constant motion with respect to outside of the theatre 100. The audience can sit or lie-down on saucer shaped floating chairs 110 based on his comfort. Laying down may increase the field of view to view the screen for an immersive experience.

[0057] In an embodiment, the saucer shaped floating chairs 110 are open from top as well as from the side, thus provide a wide field of view to audience.

[0058] In an embodiment, the dome shaped projection screen 112 can be of the hemispherical shaped. The hemispherical screen 112 for motion pictures and the floatable chair/seats 110 enables the audience 116 to watch the projected images with the same feeling as when they lay/stand/sit on the ground and look up or around.

[0059] In an embodiment, each of the inner enclosure 104 and the outer enclosure 106 can be of a hemispherical shaped.

[0060] In an embodiment, with keeping the safety of the audience/user, the user/audience

116 in the floating chair can feel effects like floating/weightlessness and disorientation due to buoyancy effect of water which facilitates audience to feel like being in space without actually going there. The shape of saucers facilitates the effect of being in space due to the round shape, it is meant to make a motion effect to audience, the same way how a boats ‘V’ shape is made to cut through the water.

[0061] In an embodiment, the disclosed theatre 100 provides new and different movements, seat positioning, viewing angles, and other advantages.

[0062] FIGs. 4A and 4B illustrates an exemplary implementation of the proposed aqua space dome theatre, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure. In an embodiment, an inner enclosure 104 can be supported on the support platform 102 through support pillars 402 fitted on the support platform 102. The inner enclosure 104 can include an inner projection member 404comprising the dome shaped projection screen 112, an outer panel, a plurality of first T sections (not shown) coupled between the inner projection member404 and the outer panel 406 at opposite ends of the first T-sections.The inner enclosure 104 can include an insulating member/lay er410 disposed between the inner projection member 404 and the outer panel 406.

[0063] In an embodiment, the inner projection member 404 can be made of aluminium sheet panel having a thickness, for example 6 millimetres (mm), the outer panel 406 can be made of a stainless steel sheet panel having a thickness, for example 5 mm. The first T-sections can be made of mild steel. The inner projection member 404 and the outer panel 406 can be welded to respective opposite ends of the first T-sections.

[0064] In an embodiment, the outer enclosure 106 can be configured to enclose the inner enclosure 104 form outer side such that there is a gap between an outer surface of the inner enclosure 104 and an inner surface of the outer enclosure 106. The outer enclosure 106 can be supported on the support platform 102 at a lower end outer enclosure 106. The outer enclosure 106 can be mounted on the support platform 102 with assistance of one or more box sections 434 as ring support, and one or more angle sections 436 fitted between the outer enclosure 106 and a floor 408 of the support platform 102. The gap between the outer and inner dome enclosures is a buffer space for service and maintenance of the projectors, air conditioning units, fire-fighting, speakers or any technical maintenance related to aqua dome theatre. In the gap the air conditioning units also to control the temperature in theatres, projectors and other required accessories can be installed. The speakers can be housed in the buffer zone between outer and inner enclosures.

[0065] The gap between the outer and inner dome enclosures can be called as service zone to house as the essential services for smooth functioning of the dome theatre 100.

[0066] In an embodiment, the inner surface of the outer enclosure 106 can be coupled to the outer surface of the inner enclosure 104 through supporting cables 412 to support the inner enclosure 104 and/or each other.

[0067] In an embodiment, the outer enclosure 106 can include an inner member 414, an outer member 416, and a plurality of second T-sections 418 coupled to the inner member 414 and the outer member 416 at opposite ends of the second T-sections 418.

[0068] In an embodiment, the inner member 414 can be made of a metal sheet panel having thickness, for example 5 mm, the outer member 416 can be made stainless steel sheet panel having thickness, for example 8 mm, and each of the second T-sections 418 can be made of mild steel having thickness, for examplelO mm. The inner member 414 and the outer member 416 can be welded to respective opposite ends of the second T-sections 418 [0069] In another embodiment, the outer enclosure 106 can be encased in RCC to make it withstand weather conditions if a standalone structure or else can be a steel dome if it is a part of a larger structure and located inside the large structure such as a large building.

[0070] In another embodiment, one or more supporting steel members 440 can be provided on the outer enclosure 106.

[0071] In an embodiment, the support platform 102 can include a deck 420 surrounding the pool 108. The support platform 102 can include a cavity 422 below the deck 420 for other purpose such as, service area or to accommodate electrical elements, plumbing equipment, mechanical and/or electronic equipment. In the cavity 422 air conditioning units for the theatre 100 and aeration pumps for aeration foundation 426 can be located.

[0072] In another embodiment, the theatre 100 can include one or more clove lights 424.

[0073] In an embodiment, one or more mounting platforms428 can be provided to support the one or more projectors from the plurality of projectors 114. Each of the mounting platform 428 can include an angle box section 430 to hold the projectors 114, one or more angle struts 432, and one or more plates438 fitted between the angle struts 432 and the support pillar 402. The angle box section 430, angle struts 432, and the plates 438 can be made of mild steel. [0074] In another embodiment, the theatre 100 can include one or more entrance and exits for ingress and egress of the audience 116 in and out from the theatre 100.

[0075] In exemplary embodiment, the theatre 100 can be of approximately 500sq m with a capacity to a ccommodate 100-150 people. The interior can be given an effect of 360 viewing panel for observer after entering the dome through a wormhole kind of cavity. The theatre 100 can be robust and have ability to harness the naturally occurring materials and phenomenon’s for example creating natural buoyancy using water for the floating chair/seats 110.

[0076] In another embodiment, the theatre structure 100 can be built using materials with high tensile strength such as steel facilitating its construction to be less time consuming as compared to RCC. For example, in an museum structure, 3 or 4 such theatre structure lOOcan be implemented which may be specific for visual effects related to space and few of the solar system bodies such as mars, earth, sun, etc. [0077] Thus, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the diagrams, schematics, illustrations, and the like represent conceptual views or processes illustrating systems and methods embodying this invention. The functions of the various elements shown in the figures may be provided through the use of dedicated hardware as well as hardware capable of executing associated software. Similarly, any switches shown in the figures are conceptual only. Their function may be carried out through the operation of program logic, through dedicated logic, through the interaction of program control and dedicated logic, or even manually, the particular technique being selectable by the entity implementing this invention. Those of ordinary skill in the art further understand that the exemplary hardware, software, processes, methods, and/or operating systems described herein are for illustrative purposes and, thus, are not intended to be limited to any particular named.

[0078] While embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described, it will be clear that the invention is not limited to these embodiments only. Numerous modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents will be apparent to those skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, as described in the claim. [0079] In the foregoing description, numerous details are set forth. It will be apparent, however, to one of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure, that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In some instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form, rather than in detail, to avoid obscuring the present invention.

[0080] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the term "coupled to" is intended to include both direct coupling (in which two elements that are coupled to each other contact each other)and indirect coupling (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms "coupled to" and "coupled with" are used synonymously. Within the context of this document terms "coupled to" and "coupled with" are also used euphemistically to mean “communicatively coupled with” over a network, where two or more devices are able to exchange data with each other over the network, possibly via one or more intermediary device.

[0081] It should be apparent to those skilled in the art that many more modifications besides those already described are possible without departing from the inventive concepts herein. The inventive subject matter, therefore, is not to be restricted except in the spirit of the appended claims. Moreover, in interpreting both the specification and the claims, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms “comprises” and “comprising” should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. Where the specification claims refers to at least one of something selected from the group consisting of A, B, C .... N, the text should be interpreted as requiring only one element from the group, not A plus N, or B plus N, etc.

[0082] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention, other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE

[0083] The present disclosure provides an improved and efficient virtual reality theatre which gives audience a total immersion experience.

[0084] The present disclosure provides an improved theatre which can overcome the limitations in the art.

[0085] The present disclosure provides an aqua space dome theatre structure facilitate users to feel like being in a space.

[0086] The present disclosure provides an aqua space dome theatre to facilitate users to feel effects such as weightlessness/floating and disorientation to feel like being in space without actually going there.

[0087] The present disclosure provides an improved motion picture experience capable of showing images to audience, where the audience will perceive an illusion that they are viewing the images within outer space.

[0088] The present disclosure provides an entertainment structure in a form of a dome shaped theatre capable of showing moving images, where audience will perceive an illusion that they are viewing the images within a void. [0089] The present disclosure provides an aqua space dome theatre for showing basic and concepts related to space, space travel and exploration with whole environment actually supporting and enhancing the audience experience.

[0090] The present disclosure provides a simple and cost-effective theatre to show concepts and terminologies related to space such as eclipse formation, black hole, gravity, and time warp on a big projector screens encompassing viewing audience and exploring being in space.

Claims

We Claim:

1. An aqua space dome theatre (100) comprising: a support platform (102) provided with a pool (108) to store water; characterized in that one or more floating chairs (110) placed in the pool (108) and adapted to float over the stored water of the pool (108), the one or more floating chairs (110) being configured to accommodate one or more audience; an inner dome shaped enclosure (104) supported on the support platform (102) at a lower end of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) and configured to enclose the pool of (108) the support platform (102), wherein the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) is having a dome shaped projection screen (112) positioned on an inner surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) and enclosing the pool (108) of the support platform; and a plurality of projectors (114) configured in the theatre (100) to project images on the dome shaped projection screen (112), wherein the dome shaped projection screen (112) provides the one or more audiences with a view of the projected images while floating in the pool (108) on the one or more floating chairs (110).

2. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) comprises an inner projection member (404) comprising the dome shaped projection screen (112), an outer panel (406), a plurality of first T sections coupled between the inner member (404) and the outer panel (406) at opposite ends of the first T-sections, and an insulating member disposed between the inner projection member (404) and the outer panel (406).

3. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the inner projection member (404) is made of aluminium sheet panel, and wherein the outer panel (406) is made of a stainless steel sheet panel.

4. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the one or more floating chairs (110) is saucer shaped.

5. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a portion of the one or more floating chairs (110) comprises stairs (302), and another portion of the one or more floating chairs (110) comprises any or a combination of ridges (304) and slopes.

6. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the theatre (100) comprises one or more sound generation devices for generating sounds, and wherein the sound generation devices are configured with a perforated walls.

7. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the theatre (100) comprises an outer dome shaped enclosure (106) configured to enclose the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) such that there is a gap between an outer surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) and an inner surface of the outer dome shaped enclosure (106).

8. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the outer dome shaped enclosure (106) is supported on the support platform (102) at a lower end outer dome shaped enclosure (106), and wherein the inner surface of the outer dome shaped enclosure (106) is coupled to the outer surface of the inner dome shaped enclosure (104) through supporting cables (412) to support the inner dome shaped enclosure.

9. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the outer dome shaped enclosure (106) comprises an inner member, an outer member, and a plurality of second T-sections coupled to the inner member and the outer member at opposite ends of the second T- sections, and wherein the inner member is made of a metal sheet panel, the outer member is made stainless steel sheet panel, and each of the second T-sections is made of mild steel.

10. The theatre (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the support platform (102) comprises a deck (420) surrounding the pool (108), and a cavity (422) below the deck (420).