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Disney Unveils the Holotile A Multi Directional Treadmill for VR & Live Shows!
The Holotile is Disney’s latest innovation — a multi-directional, modular treadmill floor that allows users to move naturally in any direction without ever leaving the platform. Created by legendary Imagineer Lanny Smoot, it uses hundreds of small, rotating tiles that automatically counteract each step, keeping the person centered while simulating infinite space.

Unlike typical VR treadmills limited to forward motion, Holotile supports free 360° movement for multiple people at once, making it ideal for virtual reality, gaming, rehearsals, and live stage performances. Smoot demonstrated its magic in a recent Disney Research video, showcasing seamless walking, dancing, and object movement without collisions.

The system could transform theme park experiences, allowing visitors to physically explore digital worlds, and also serve as a training or simulation tool in entertainment, education, or robotics.

The technology is part of Smoot’s pioneering contributions that recently earned him induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame — a first for a Disney Imagineer.

📸 Credit: Disney Research / Walt Disney Imagineering / Lanny Smoot

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