Pillaris kiosks offer a transformative approach to indoor wayfinding, beginning with their strategic placement in key spatial compartments, such as intersections and high-traffic zones. These kiosks act as guideposts for users navigating complex indoor environments, helping them find their way with ease. The name “Pillaris” combines “pillar”—a structural column in architecture—and “pollaris,” derived from the Big Dipper constellation, emphasizing the kiosk’s role in guiding paths like a stellar map in the sky. One of the defining features of Pillaris is its accessible design, which allows users to engage with it from any direction within the indoor space. When users approach a kiosk, its LIDAR sensors at knee level detect their position and adjust the screen’s angle to meet their line of sight. This ensures that users are welcomed with an immediately accessible interface that adapts to their needs without any physical adjustment on their part.
Pillaris provides an intuitive and engaging experience for users seeking directions. Upon approaching the kiosk, users are greeted by a dynamic display that moves to face them. Through a combination of voice and visual prompts, Pillaris asks users about their intended destination and offers clear, step-by-step guidance. The voice-guided system accommodates a range of languages, making it inclusive and accessible for diverse groups of users. The interactive screen, which serves as the main interface, offers a layered approach to visual mapping. A camera behind the screen captures a real-time image of the surrounding space, onto which wayfinding directions are overlaid. This layered format helps users easily identify where they are and where they need to go, simplifying navigation in larger, multi-level buildings or complex layouts.
For users who prefer a tangible map, Pillaris has a printing feature that delivers a customized map with directions. This map includes images and text, clearly marked with arrows at each critical turn or change of direction, so users can carry a reliable guide as they move through the space. This combination of digital and printed guidance enhances user confidence in reaching their destination. Pillaris also prioritizes user comfort in navigating indoor spaces, as its design emphasizes minimal effort on the user’s part. By adjusting automatically to the user’s position, Pillaris minimizes the need for physical interaction, allowing users to focus solely on understanding their directions. This hands-free approach also caters to those who may have mobility or accessibility needs.
The voice communication feature enhances the overall flow of interaction, ensuring that users are engaged in a conversational exchange rather than a static experience. Pillaris’s ability to provide information in multiple languages helps visitors from diverse linguistic backgrounds feel welcome and supported. With its thoughtful design and innovative features, Pillaris redefines indoor wayfinding. Its user-centric approach, combining spatial mapping, voice guidance, and printed maps, makes navigating indoor spaces intuitive, convenient, and accessible for everyone. Whether users are navigating a large commercial complex, a hospital, or an airport, Pillaris helps make indoor wayfinding stress-free and reliable.