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# Virtual Reality Cocoons
Monitor the Outside by Nesting Yourself in the 'Media Vehicle'

By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-10-26 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/media-vehicle
References: [newlaunches](http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/media_vehicle_simulates_a_cocoon.php) & [akihabaranews](http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news-19183-Media)

Now you can monitor everything that’s going on without being seen. Granted, you will definitely be noticed in this ‘Media Vehicle,’ a gigantic cocoon-like contraption, but no one will know it’s you in there.

Created by Iwata-Yano Laboratory at Tsukuba University, the Media Vehicle provides a [personal virtual reality experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayneo-air-3s-pro). With a four-wheel design for fluid and stable movement, the Media Vehicle is equipped inside with a huge [spherical display that can project videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perisphere) and images from a camera located on the exterior.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.7/10
- Popularity: 15% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Virtual Reality Personal Spaces:** The Media Vehicle provides a unique personal virtual reality experience that could inspire the creation of new personal VR spaces.
- **Immersion-focused Technology:** The cocoon-like design of the Media Vehicle could lead to the development of immersive media vehicles for various applications, such as education, entertainment, and therapy.
- **Connected Transport:** The Media Vehicle represents a new way of creating a connected transport experience that integrates virtual reality technology for a truly singular experience.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Media and Entertainment:** The Media Vehicle could be adopted by entertainment venues as a novel and immersive way for audiences to experience films, concerts and other live events.
- **Healthcare:** The cocoon-like design of the Media Vehicle could be adopted by healthcare practitioners and therapists as a unique tool in treatment plans.
- **Automotive Industry:** The Media Vehicle represents an opportunity for car manufacturers to integrate virtual reality technology and create truly exceptional connected vehicles for long trips and tours.

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