Impossible Machines
Declaratively program the physical world by describing desired outcomes.
What is Impossible Machines?
Impossible Machines is a prototype exploring declarative programming for the physical world. Users specify what they want the system to do, and a mechanism appears based on the rules and environment described. It features interactive challenges and a freeform bench to experiment with physical components.
Who is Impossible Machines for?
Makers, designers, and developers interested in experimental programming and physical mechanisms.
What can you use Impossible Machines for?
- Exploring declarative programming concepts for physical systems
- Solving interactive physical mechanism challenges
- Experimenting with custom mechanism designs on a freeform bench
Key features
- Declarative system input to generate mechanisms
- Interactive challenges including detours, brakes, and guided turns
- Freeform bench for open-ended experimentation
- Landscape mode optimized for mechanism exploration
- Components including cranks, weights, blocks, brakes, guides, obstacles, sinks, bells, and doors
FAQ
What does Impossible Machines do?
Impossible Machines lets users declaratively program the physical world by showing the system what they want so a mechanism appears.
Who is Impossible Machines for?
It is a thought experiment and prototype intended for anyone interested in experimental programming concepts for physical systems.
How much does Impossible Machines cost?
Pricing information is not provided on the site.
What features are included in Impossible Machines?
It includes interactive challenges like making a detour or beating the brake, a freeform bench, and components such as cranks, weights, blocks, brakes, guides, obstacles, sinks, bells, and doors.
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