POP Kiosk

Mobile and Modular

POP can be used with a collection of printable add-ons, or as a bare case for integration into an exhibit.

Everything is modular and 3D printable, offering limitless material combinations.

POP has versatile mounting options, including VESA and Modular Mount.

POP can be integrated into pop-up events using options like this tripod foot.

The clamp can be used to attach the kiosk to shelves and tables during pop-up events.

Take apart the POP kiosk for easy storage and transportation.

Access the ports on the Raspberry Pi for maintenance and diagnostics.

POP can be mounted on many aluminum extrusion frames, such as those uses on Creality 3D printers.

Features

POP is small and modular: perfect for pop-ups, discrete interactives and prototyping. We provide guides to build low-cost, do-it-yourself options for interactive digital content.

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Adaptable

POP is designed to be a starting point for developing digital interactives.

Follow our guides to create a portable touchscreen kiosk, or use our operating system image with your own hardware.

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Extensible

Build exactly the interactive you need with modular add-ons.

Add a speaker, attach a camera, control environmental effects, use a second display or do all at once. The Raspberry Pi is open-source and infinitely customizable.

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Styleable

Combine colors, textures and more to create a case that matches your vision.

Countless filaments can be mixed, matched and finished so interactives blend seamlessly into your exhibit.

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Efficient

The Raspberry Pi consumes much less power than a traditional computer, even under heavy stress.

Run a travelling exhibit with a rechargeable battery bank or even a solar panel. Gallery Interactives can be powered through an internet cable, up to 100m from an outlet.

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Affordable

Focus your budget on hardware and development, not licensing fees.

Our frameworks are free for anyone to use, with each kiosk starting at $200. 3D printers start at $300, but our designs can also be used with printing services.

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Scalable

Create new POP kiosks whenever you want; the same way, everytime.

Follow our guides to create new interactives as you need them, in batches or one at a time. The Raspberry Pi is designed to be mass produced, or built a la carte.

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Robust

Raspberry Pi is purpose built for industrial applications alongside an open community.

Our POP case is designed to protect the hardware during travel and usage through a collection of printable hard and soft parts.

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Repairable

Everything is modular, hot-swappable and based on an open ecosystem.

Ifhardware becomes obsolete or damaged, replace them with off-the-shelf parts through easily repeatable procedures. You can even print individual case replacement parts as you need them.

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Control Center

CLIO and POP can be leveraged together to create interactives that control hardware components.

We provide a framework for controlling the Raspberry Pi microcomputer and attached electronics — such as lights and motors — through an exhibit interface.

Interactive Experiences

POP is based on Raspberry Pi, an open and extensible microcomputer. When combined with CLIO, you can create interactives that incorporate or control a range of accessories.

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Display

Connect a mouse and any display to make an instant interactive.

You can use just about any 1080p or 4K display through HDMI.

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Touchscreen

POP focuses on the official Raspberry Pi touchscreen, but others are available.

HDMI and USB can be used to power up to a 15" 1080p touchscreen display.

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Input

Connect a secondary touchpad or replace the touchscreen entirely with a display.

POPworks with all HID-compliant input devices like mice, touchpads, trackpads, and game controllers.

We do not recommended access to a keyboard.

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Speaker

Create dynamic soundscapes with multi speaker setups, or use POPs internal speaker.

The Raspberry Pi has 3.5mm mono audio, HDMI, and BlueTooth. Integrate the WM8960 Hi-Fi audio card for even more options, like a built-in 8Ω 5W speaker.

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Camera

Create photo-based community exhibits or explore digital image effects.

Integrate a Raspberry Pi camera module or use a USB webcam to add photographic elements to an interactive.

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Microphone

Generate community oral histories or create a voice-based interactive.

The Raspberry Pi is compatible with many USB microphones. Integrate the WM8960 Hi-Fi audio card into POP to have a recording starion on the go.

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Lights

Control the mood, change the environment or shift a visitors focus.

Cue scripted lighting changes based on interface input and create immersive exhibits.

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Movement

Create digital interactives that can truly transform a physical space.

Choreograph a collective of motors and actuators through Python, GPIO and USB.

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Tactile

Add elements of physical interaction by incorporating RFID and printed facsimiles.

Scan an object to load different CLIO interactives or control environmental effects to guide user action towards interactive objects.

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Accessories

Many USB accessories are compatible with Linux: sensors, motors, cameras and more.

If you can connect it, you may be able to incorporate it into an interactive activity.

Fabrication

Build the hardware with off-the-shelf parts, no soldering required.

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Raspberry Pi

This microcomputer is about the size of a deck of cards and offers the same technologies as a conventional computer at a fraction of the cost.

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7" Touchscreen

This microcomputer is about the size of a deck of cards and offers the same technologies as a conventional computer at a fraction of the cost.

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Use only the add-ons you need:

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Hi-Fi Audio

This Raspberry Pi add-on enables the use of high fidelity stereo audio through a variety of connectors. It also includes two built-in microphones and a programmable physical button.

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Power-over-Ethernet

This add-on enables the Raspberry Pi and its connected components to be powered through a standard Ethernet cable, up to 100m away from a power source.

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Camera

The Raspberry Pi computer is compatible with a range of cameras that connect through a compact ribbon cable for embedded use.

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Any computer can 'burn' all the required software to an SD card. One at a time, or in batches.

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Raspberry Pi Imager

This open-source software tool, provided by Raspberry Pi, can be used on Windows, MacOS, and Linux to create SD cards that get any Raspberry Pi up-and-running quickly.

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BalenaEtcher

This open-source software tool can be used on Windows, MacOS, and Linux to create SD cards in batches for use within a fleet of Raspberry Pis.

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Fused Filament Fabrication, or FFF, is an affordable and open-source 3D printing technology. These printers extrude plastic filament to create tangible objects, layer by layer.

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There are printers catered towards every budget and skill level.

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Creality Ender 3

This open-source 3D printer is an excellent introduction for beginners, while still offering infinite customizability for enthusiasts.

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Prusa i3 MK3S+

This highly-esteemed, open-source 3D printer is excellent for enthusiasts.

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Voron 2.4 R2

This is an open-source and extensible 3D printer design takes a different approach by offering a customizable, build-it-yourself kit.

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LulzBot TAZ Workhorse

This is an open-source, professional grade high-volume 3D printer with an feature set focused on versatility and reliability.

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Print only the parts you want, right as you need them.

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Case

This is the main case that protects the Raspberry Pi computer and Raspberry Pi Official 7" touchscreen display.

It attaches directly to the four screw holes on the Raspberry Pi official display using M3 screws.

This case has an integrated 75x75mm VESA-compliant M4 mount holes.
It can also be used with a 3D-printed mount attachment that can attach to the back, top or bottom side of the case.
This attachment is compatible with the popular Modular Mounting System[2]. We include a C-clamp, durable foot and 3D printer frame attachment.
There is a maintenance port that allows access to the USB and ethernet ports.
There are holes for panel mounting a USB-C slot to reduce wear on the Raspberry Pi itself.
There is an optional 30mm fan to keep the kiosk cool during operation, as well as plenty of air vents.

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Protection

The collar protects the exposed edges of the Raspberry Pi touchscreen display, decreasing the chances that the kiosk screen will be damaged from minor bumps and falls. It is printed in two parts and held together by M2 screws.

The bumper also protects the exposed edges of display, but it is printed as one part with a soft and flexible TPU filament. When printed with specific infill settings, it can provide additional protection to bumps and falls. This bumper is used instead of the collar and was created for use in mobile pop-up exhibits. The cover provides protection to the front of the kiosk display by attaching directly to the collar or bumper. This cover was created to provide protection to the glass screen during transport and storage. Attaching foam to the cover is optional but will provide additional impact protection.

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Mounting

This adapter is attached to the back, top or bottom of the kiosk using two M5 bolts. It can be used with any accessories created for the popular Modular Mounting System[2].

The Modular Mounting System is designed as a support for light objects and was released under a permissive license. This system provides a suite of arms, feet, adapters and community-created add-ons called "remixes". POP is compatible with the Modular Mounting System, allowing add-ons to be attached to the top, bottom and back of the kiosk. The foot is used to display the kiosk on a flat surface, such as a table or shelf. The thumbscrews are used with standard M5 bolts to make it easier to tighten and loosen the display for repositioning. Gclamp printer mount

Research & Development

POP and CLIO are closely intertwined, but they were developed separately. POP was used to test CLIO, but it can be used for other projects.

Electronics were chosen based on projected longterm availability. Hardware and fasteners are based on open standards.

POP and accessories were iteratively designed using rapid prototyping principles. The parts were released under a permissive license.

The MUSETECH model offered a granular overview of the project. We made changes and drafted proposals as we learned more.

Evaluation happened throughout development. We performed testing through user surveys, facilitated interaction, conferences, app critique sessions and web seminars.