Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to be an astronaut? To live and work aboard the International Space Station, 400 kilometers above Earth? To experience the awe of a spacewalk, or the serenity of watching our world spin below?
‘Space Explorers: THE INFINITE’ in Science Centre Singapore
Standing within the halls of Science Centre Singapore, a VR headset becomes my vessel, ready to launch me into the vast unknown. But this is no ordinary simulation. It’s a deeply personal encounter with the cosmos, a journey that promises to redefine my understanding of our place in the universe.
As I listened to the visual-audio guide, I found myself standing amidst a sea of endless stars, feeling genuinely transported into the depths of space – so much so that I had to remind myself I was still on solid ground. The simulation was so convincing that I found myself carefully watching my step, despite knowing I was safely within the Science Centre’s walls. That’s the thing about Space Explorers: THE INFINITE – it doesn’t just show you space, it tricks your brain into believing you’re actually there, floating among the stars.
250 hours of space footage captured in 360 degrees
This award-winning virtual reality experience draws from an unprecedented 250 hours of authentic space footage, captured in stunning 360 degrees aboard the International Space Station. Space Explorers: THE INFINITE turns this never-before-seen perspective into an intimate journey through humanity’s greatest frontier, bringing the cosmos within reach.
I find myself reaching out to steady myself against walls that exist in another dimension, my mind completely surrendering to this new reality.
Perhaps the most transformative moment comes during what astronauts call the “Overview Effect” – that profound shift in perspective that occurs when gazing at Earth from space. When you realise just how small you are in the vastness of space, yet how significantly our daily actions here on Earth can ripple outwards to affect this delicate blue sphere.
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Next, the encounters with astronauts rendered in startling clarity feel intensely personal. Their narratives of life in space – from the mundane rituals of daily existence to the profound moments of discovery – you begin to understand that space exploration is more than just scientific achievement. It’s a profoundly human journey, told through the eyes of those brave enough to venture into the unknown.
While billionaires race to claim their spots on private space flights, THE INFINITE democratises the final frontier for the rest of us. No need to break the bank or befriend Elon Musk – this groundbreaking exhibition at Science Centre Singapore lets you walk the halls of the International Space Station, float in zero gravity, and see Earth from space, all while keeping your savings intact.
It’s our chance to join the elite ranks of space explorers, even if just for a moment, and experience the wonder that was once reserved for a select few.
