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INTRODUCTION :
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INTRODUCTION

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION

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AIMS & OBJECTIVES

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SCOPE & LIMITATIONS

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METHODOLOGY

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INTRODUCTION:
"Technology is not an objective to be aimed at, but a tool to be used for the benefit of the common
man. We must be second to none in the application of the advanced technologies to the real problems
of man and society."
: Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
In 1947, the renowned American astronomer Harlow shapely ( 1885 -1972) lamented that although India
produced great astrophysicists like Aryabhatta (600B.C.) , Meghnad Saha (1893 - 1956) and Subrahmanyam
Chandrasekhar (1910-1995), her observing and exhibition facilities were practically nil.
In that first year India's independence that remark, indeed, was in order. But during the first five decades the
situation has radically changed. Now India possess several first class facilities for astronomical observations.
Now we have a number of radio telescopes in our country, the giant meter - wave radio telescope ( GMRT) at
khodad near Pune being the largest of its kind in the world.

History Ancient India made some big advances in science because it was in constant contact with other countries.
Araybhatta's documentation of heavens, namely aryabhatiya was the first of its kind. But it was sawai jai singh

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II who showed the greatest interest in Arabic / Persian astronomy. Jaya singh felt a great urge in reviving the
study of astronomy in India. With the aim of preparing new tables, jai singh at first started with
the traditional brass instruments. Realizing their inadequacy, he discarded them in favor of stone and masonry
instruments of huge size. For observing the heavens jai singh built observatories at five places: Delhi , Jaipur,
Mathura, Ujjain and Varanasi. The first one was built in New Delhi in 1724 AD.

These observatories, which in course of time came


to be called ' jantar mantar ', housed a wide variety
of masonry and metal instruments. A huge
landscape park with a lot of scientific instruments is
the common perception of these icons of ancient
knowledge for layman.
Even toady planetariums all over the country gives
the same picture to the general public. But these
Figure 1JANAR MANTAR , NEW DELHI

centers are more than these. They are institutes in

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themselves, capable in imparting knowledge in a very


special manner called entertainment.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION :
Today , when it has become possible for man to get high quality images
of distant galaxies , it is important that India , as it is striving to achieve
the standard set by the developed countries in every field related to
mankind , should also develop its know how in the field of astronomy .
Considering the fact that during the times of river valley civilizations , the
Indus valley was one of the most advanced one as far as astronomy is
concerned , one must make an attempt to regain and accept that status.
Vikram Sarabhai Foundation , New Delhi And Punjab Government
decided to accept the fact and revolutionize this observational science ,
by opening up a centre for educating and entertaining common people.
These two organizations decided to locate this centre in the ' 'city of future faith - chandigarh '.

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This centre termed ' space education & entertainment centre ' is a step in the
direction of upsurge towards greater knowledge and brighter tomorrow , by placing specialized data bank under
a single roof and edutain young and fresh minds , so that one day they may revolutionize the world of dark and
vast space.
According to the promoters, the aim of the space edutainment centre is to give an insight to common man
about the vastness of space and knowledge by providing a common platform for all astronomical science
education , along with awe inspiring entertainment , within an enclosure. The vision for the space edutainment
centre goes beyond creating a museum or a theme park . it aims to facilitate ' edutainment ' , ie , education
through entertainment.
The visitors to the space edutainment centre shall be exposed to the multidimensional presentation such as :
- Interactive exhibits on basic principles of astronomy and astrophysics.
- Presentation through computer multi media , CD ROM and DVD.
- Astronomy and astro physics workshops.
- Activity corners ,eg, cyber caf, library, amateur astronomy, discovery room for children.
- Live performances viz demonstration , magic shows & stage shows.

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- Several theme based pavilions on astronomy and astro physics , highlighting leading scientists , their
concepts & principles.
- A modern sophisticated planetarium.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES :


The key objectives of the proposed edutainment centre are - To showcase the latest scientific & technological breakthroughs in the field of astronomy.
- A wide variety of spaces shall be bounded together by a spirit of architectural expression, building
technology and usage pattern.
- To design an educational institution with shared programs in association with the local schools &
institutions.

SCOPE & LIMITATIONS - Since the centre aims towards the popularization of space sciences and related activities ; the design will
mainly cover four key areas-

- Exhibition Hall

- Planetarium

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- Workshops
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- Administration

A clear understanding of the planning & design aspects of a science museum, site planning , display
concepts , circulation , building services etc.
- The project presents several challenges not only in the functional aspect but also in its appeal as a
beacon of scientific education.
- Structural design calculations will not be carried out in detail.
- Time factor is the major factor imposed on this study , so the extent of detailing depends on the duration
available .

METHODOLOGY :
Setting up of objectives

Literature study

Site analysis

Study of physical
conditions ,
topography
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Case studies
Defining movement
pattern
Defining objectives &
design
Defining major open
concepts
Prepare master plan of the
spaces
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