Remote Cross-sea Heterogeneous Drone Light and Fireworks Show
Mirage: A Pyrotechnic Display for the Groundbreaking Ceremony of Cai Guo-Qiang Contemporary Art Center.
On the eve of December 8, 2023, prior to the groundbreaking ceremony of the Cai Guo-Qiang Contemporary Art Center (CGQ Art Center), a mesmerizing art performance unfolded in the night sky above Quanzhou. Cai Guo-Qiang, a renowned Chinese contemporary artist with global influence, collaborated with EFYI to create this extraordinary spectacle: Mirage: A Pyrotechnic Display for the Groundbreaking Ceremony of Cai Guo-Qiang Contemporary Art Center.
Between the sea and the heavens, above the ancient city of Quanzhou, twin towers formed by 900 drones emerged from the direction of Quanzhou’s historic twin pagodas, traversing a 2-kilometer-wide strait. This "Eastward Transmission of Twin Towers" flew toward the CGQ Art Center, creating a breathtaking "mirage" that echoed the millennia-old pagodas, bridging time and space in homage to history.
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Technological Breakthrough: 1,100 drones transformed into twin towers embodying the 1,100-year history of the ancient city, ascending to the sky above the Art Center.
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Pyrotechnic Innovation: As the drone towers ignited layers of silver fountain fireworks from the bottom up, they morphed into two luminous, crystalline towers of light.
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Dynamic Transformation: The bases of the towers erupted with waterfall fireworks, and the formations transformed from "ancient pagodas" into "space rockets," soaring toward the cosmos.
During their return journey, the drones transformed the night sky into a canvas of science fiction and fantasy, creating a meteor shower that cascaded back to Earth, symbolizing hope and origin, and returning to their starting point.
This drone performance was a groundbreaking achievement in the field of large-scale, multi-type heterogeneous drone systems, executed across a long-distance sea crossing under complex environmental conditions. The collaborative heterogeneous flight placed extremely high demands on the drone ground station communication system, while the long-distance cross-sea flight in complex environments marked a significant breakthrough in drone performance technology.
The performance premiered the Dual-Ignition Firework Control Technology for Drones, which achieved a breakthrough in immersive audiovisual impact, allowing audiences to experience the resonance of technology and art firsthand. It painted a vivid, three-dimensional artistic portrait of Quanzhou’s cultural heritage for guests and viewers, merging history with the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the theme of the drone performance in Quanzhou?
The performance was titled "Mirage," created for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Cai Guo-Qiang Contemporary Art Center, bridging history and the future through art and technology.
How many drones were used in the "Mirage" show?
The show utilized multiple formations, including 900 drones for the "Eastward Transmission of Twin Towers" and 1,100 drones for the ascension and transformation sequences.
What technical innovations were premiered during this event?
The event premiered the Dual-Ignition Firework Control Technology for Drones and showcased breakthroughs in multi-type heterogeneous drone systems and long-distance cross-sea flight.
How far did the drones travel across the sea?
The drones traversed a 2-kilometer-wide strait, flying from the direction of Quanzhou’s historic twin pagodas toward the new Art Center site.
What artistic transformations did the drone formations undergo?
The drones transformed from ancient twin pagodas into luminous crystalline towers, then into space rockets, and finally into a cascading meteor shower.
Who were the main collaborators for this performance?
The performance was a collaboration between the world-renowned contemporary artist Cai Guo-Qiang and the drone technology specialists at EFYI.
