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The Orrb (also known as Oculas or Ovei pod and has been referred to as a "wellness device" ) is a monocoque structured device fabricated from 100% recyclable glass-reinforced plastic that allows users to sit inside, to relax, recharge and work on self development with a 5, 10, 20 or 30 minutes wellness session for mental well-being and stress reduction to engender a focused work culture.

The Orrb was designed by British designer Lee McCormack in 2002. McCormack reported in 2005 that he received positive feedback about the device's effectiveness from the entertainment industries in the US and UK.

History
The original idea came when McCormack was working in Japan and learning meditation in India. Inspired by the Chakras of Indian religion and compact efficiency of the Japanese Capsule Hotel, McCormack designed the first prototype, named as ‘Oculas’, later in 2005 he worked on an engineering partnership with McLaren Applied Technologies, culminating in the all-new “Ovei” which enhanced personal and professional spaces through technology and comfort fusion. In 2008, during the CEDIA UK Show, F1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and Damon Hill used the pods to get help with relaxation and focus with the Ovei's gaming version.

McCormack's book "Designers Are Wankers ", featured Orrb's impact in the workplace environment. Orrb was commercially released in April 2015 undefinedfor organizations offering wellness and learning content that can be tailored to each organization for stress reduction and focused employee training session.

Technical Specifications

 * Power Requirement: Standard USA Outlet
 * Material: GRP (fiberglass)
 * Color: Customizable
 * Mobility: Wheels fixed in place during use (no removal required)
 * Seating:
 * Reclining seat
 * Anti-bacterial vinyl fabric
 * Door:
 * Electronic operation with foam seal
 * Magnetic catch and lock
 * Designed for soundproofing with a large opening for easy access
 * Audio System: 5.1 Surround Sound speaker system


 * Visual Display: Extended Reality (XR) Integration:
 * Virtual Reality (VR): Orrb features fully immersive VR experiences, providing users with engaging environments for wellness, training, and meetings.
 * Augmented Reality (AR): Future updates will include AR capabilities, allowing users to overlay digital information onto the physical world for enhanced training scenarios.
 * Mixed Reality (MR): Orrb is designed to support MR experiences, blending real-world and virtual elements to create seamless interactive environments.


 * Computing: Beckhoff
 * Ventilation: Air intake and expel electric fan system

Design
Its design is inspired by sacred spaces, aiming to create an environment conducive to deep relaxation and mental rejuvenation. The exterior is made from 100% recyclable glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), ensuring sustainability while mabintaining a sleek, modern look. The seating position within the Orrb is specifically designed to support the whole body, evenly distributing weight to maximize the sense of floating. This ergonomic design enhances comfort and promotes deeper relaxation. The dimensions of the Orrb are 3 feet by 6 feet,170cm tall and measuring 200cm long and 100cm in width, allowing ample space for a single occupant to sit comfortably and experience the various multimedia programs.

The Orrb is equipped with technologies which include surround sound, lighting control, air quality control, and entry and exit control for relaxation and mental rejuvenation.

Film and Entertainment:

 * In the 2005 science fiction film The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Orrb made a striking appearance showcasing its futuristic design and appeal to the sci-fi genre. Disney purchased 25 units to promote the movie to deliver an interactive experience for global marketing within cinema venues and shopping malls, Directed by Garth Jennings. It was also used in promotional activities for the fantasy films Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest (2006) released by Walt Disney Pictures, Directed by Gore Verbinski.


 * In the 2008 science fiction film WALL-E, released by Walt Disney Pictures and directed by Andrew Stanton, Orrb named ‘Escape Pod’ was used in promotional activities.

Exhibitions

 * In the Science Festival 2014 – showing wellbeing content using Orrb.
 * In May 2015, the Orrb was a featured exhibit at the London Science Museum's "Fast Forward F1" technology exhibition highlighting its cutting-edge engineering and design parallels with Formula 1 technology.
 * McLaren-engineered Ovei debuted at the CEDIA Expo 2008.
 * The Orrb appeared at the Grand Designs 2009 exhibition at Excel delivering show information.

Corporate Events

 * In the Clerkenwell London Design Week 2018, Orrb showcased well-being content.


 * Orrb delivered an on-going in-store hypoxia altitude training experience under the name Altitude Pod, at Ellis & Brigham, Deansgate, Manchester for The Altitude Centre.
 * In 2008, Orrb was used for Diageo’s “Johnnie Walker” brand Drive Responsibly Awareness campaign globally.


 * Orrb was showcased in different colors, Crestron at the Monaco Yacht Show 2009.

Product Launches

 * Orrb was used for DELL promotion to launch the Alienware PC platform in 2009.


 * Orrb was used for promotional activities at the Unilever UK launch of Magnum Ice Cream.


 * Orrb was used at Intel Product Launch for marketing.


 * In 2016, Sonic Womb launched in Lausanne, Switzerland at the Brain Forum Symposium. A multi-disciplinary research project collaboration between scientists, engineers, and sound artists that seeks to re-create the experience of hearing in utero in an acoustically optimized enclosed space with Orrb. It is based on the most up-to-date academic research on the development of foetal hearing, new in-house experiments, and state-of-the-art audio engineering and delivered through a specially designed scientifically accurate “foetal filter” sound system in a unique configuration of auditory diffusion software and hardware.


 * In 2019, Orrb was used for the Elemental Resonance Meditation music album launch by Tracie Storey at the Fora co-working space in Shoreditch, London.

Wellness, Education and Healthcare Facilities

 * In 2006 St Bernadette’s Primary School, Stockport used to deliver educational software to students with ADHD, a four-week pilot study partnering with Riverdeep Interactive Learning and Ovei pod.
 * In January 2006, the Ovei version debuted at the BETT(British Education and Technology Show)Exhibition at Olympia London, and partnered with education software provider Riverdeep Interactive Learning to demonstrate its potential as an immersive learning aid to deliver interactive learning content.
 * At 8 Elements Paris, Ovei was used as a diagnostic therapy pod to deliver bespoke acupuncture treatments designed by renowned Acupuncturist Dr. Nadia Volf and named “Ovei Wellbeing Capsule 2009”.
 * In 2013, Nuffield Health delivered Wellmind Media content to reduce stress under the Escape Pod brand.
 * Veterans Affairs (VA) Walter Reed Military Hospital, Washington, USA, Orrb helped with the ongoing study to deliver the optimal environment to treat war veterans suffering from PTSD and trauma.


 * In 2014, Friends of Firefighters, NYC, USA used Orrb to reduce stress among firefighters in the program Biofeedback Therapy.
 * In 2019, Orrb underwent a 3-month beta testing program at Fora co-working space in London, delivering a curated library of well-being and mindfulness content.
 * Portsmouth University conducted a 3-month study into the benefits of Orrb as an optimal environment for immersive learning techniques undertaken by Senior Lecturer, Claire Sambrook.

Awards

 * McLaren Racing engineered Ovei, won the most luxurious product on “The Gadget Show” 2008 presented by Suzie Perry.


 * In 2020, it was featured on the Channel 4 show “Gadget Man” presented by Richard Ayoade.


 * Orrb participated in a BBC series on sleep deprivation presented by Robert Winston, entitled “How to Sleep Better”.