Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Algorithmic Psychogeography

I think that the use of a simple directional algorithm for use in urban exploration is very interesting. Though it essentially places a restraint on exploration of the area by making participants follow directions that are set in stone, the sheer amount of different outcomes is staggering. The use of GPS technology and online maps may also prove to be an interesting asset, as they can actually highlight the paths and outcomes taken.

The article also briefly mentioned other things or directions that may be implemented into the algorithm, including the interaction of participants, and the meeting of participants potentially changing the directions of one another. I think that this would put an interesting twist on the project, and perhaps even be an answer to the idea that humans interact with one another on very simple terms.

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