You can fight like Iron Man or compete against Captain America at Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.
Are you able to lift Thor‘s mighty hammer Mjölnir? Can you measure up to Captain America’s superhuman strength? Are you as combat-ready as Iron Man?
You can find out all these and more at Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. (Scientific Training and Tactical Intelligence Operative Network), a traveling exhibition now running at Science Centre Singapore (SCS).
Featuring original costumes, props, and sets from the Marvel cinematic universe, this narrative-driven exhibition invites visitors to take part in a simulated recruitment drive. They can then determine if they have what it takes to be a new Avengers recruit.
The exhibition also seeks to explain the origins of superheroes and the reasons behind their superpower through science, technology, mathematics, and engineering. “This exhibition is so immersive, so interactive and very educational,” said Associate Professor Lim Tit Meng, Chief Executive of SCS, who’s known for his track record in inspiring interest in science through pop culture.
Take your final recruitment test by completing the last mission. Photo by: Lim Yuan Xiu
The Singapore edition of Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N is the largest, spanning over 2,000 sq m. The exhibition has previously traveled to New York, Las Vegas, Paris, and Seoul and is well-received, particularly for its interactive stations.
Aspiring “recruits” can pit themselves against Captain America in an endurance test at the High-Performance Test Lab. They can also fire repulsor beams in an Iron Man augmented reality game or try lifting Thor’s mighty hammer at the Mjölnir Simulation station.
Blockbuster Marvel movies will also be screened at the S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Theatre.
Here are 3 highlights that you can look out for:
- High Performance Test Area Compete against the superhuman Captain America and try reaching his extreme fitness level here. Take a strength test, a cognitive reflex assessment, and an endurance test to see where you stand.
2. Dr Bruce Banner Bio-Lab
Ever wonder why Hulk turns green? Dr Bruce Banner Bio-Lab, one of the stations at the exhibition, provides a highly plausible answer. It might have to do with biliverdin, a substance that results in green bruises in our bodies. So, delve into Hulk’s mind and discover the neurological changes behind his transformation.
- Iron Man Advanced Engineering Bay
Hall of Fame?
More like a Hall of Amour.
At this station, get up close and gasp in awe at Iron Man’s collection of MK 1-7 Suits, with their different designs, technologies, and capabilities. Even more amazing is the legendary Hulkbuster, standing over 3m tall.
You can also suit up and test your aiming and reflexes in an augmented reality game.
The exhibition will run for 4 months, from Oct 29 to Mar 5, 2017. For more information, visit: http://www.science.edu.sg/exhibitions/Pages/AvengersStation.aspx
