 Opened October 1, 1999
INNOVENTIONS Plaza is located behind Spaceship Earth and is home to two pavilions, INNOVENTIONS East and INNOVENTIONS West.
Each center features unique exhibits focusing on scientific and technological innovations. By use of imaginative displays that encourage interaction, there's something for all ages to enjoy.
INNOVENTIONS is one of those overlooked treasures where you can get a break from the FL heat and crowds. It does get busy on occasion, but that's rare.
Don't Waste It!
Presented by "Waste Management" this hands-on exhibit teaches you ways to recycle, reuse or reduce "virtual trash." You answer questions about your trash habits, while filling a mini dump truck. When you reach the end, the trash is converted to energy. You can email a cute certificate to yourself when you "graduate".
 TEST THE LIMITS LAB PRESENTED BY UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL):
Underwriters Labs Inc. has been working for years testing
product safety. At this exhibit, you get a chance to become a UL engineer with some hands on fun.
There are five interactive stations that give you an idea of what's involved in making sure that products are safe for consumers.
 At the "Shatter Lab" you get to pull a rope attached to a large hammer and send it crashing into a TV screen.
The screen doesn't break and it is explained that if it did, it would safely implode. This innovation was a result of UL testing. |
 At the "Impact Lab" you release a 55 gallon drum on a firefighter's helmet. The helmet remains intact thanks to Underwriter Labs safety standards. |
 At the "Slam Lab" you jump on rubber pads causing fire doors to slam. This tests their reliability after continuous use.
The "Drop Lab" drops a safe from a three story building and the "Torture Lab" tests the limits of everyday household appliances. |
SUM OF ALL THRILLS- this new attraction allows Guests to design their own thrill ride. Presented by Raytheon this ride will stress the importance of math, science and engineering. You can design a mild or wild version for your group. There is a height requirement for this ride.
STORM STRUCK- A TALE OF TWO HOMES- You will experience the "perfect storm" which helps you to understand the weather, storms and their damage and how to prepare for a storm. There will be special effects of wind, water, and destruction.
ENVIRONMENTALITY CORNER- Learn what you can do to preserve the environment, children will learn how to make paper and decorate their sample to take home.
 SEGWAYS- Unsure about scheduling a Segway Tour? Try one out for free. Between 1:00 and 7:00pm, you can visit Segway Central where you'll learn about this vehicle and be given a chance to try it for a minute or two. (This does get busy.)
If you ever rode The Tomorrowland Transit Authority at the Magic Kingdom, you've heard them paging "Mr. Morrow, Mr. Tom Morrow." At Innoventions West, you'll find this elusive character from the future.
SLAPSTICKS STUDIO PRESENTED BY VELCRO:
Game show designed to lead to creative solutions to problems.
The Creative Solutions Studios has you embellish a Velcro Frog that's yours to keep. This area includes a comedy show entitled "What's your problem?".
VIDEO GAME PLAYGROUND
Have fun playing the latest video games
WHERE'S THE FIRE PRESENTED BY LIBERTY MUTUAL:
Learn how to identify and protect yourself from fire hazards in the home. A section of this exhibit is designed to teach little ones how to escape a fire and to 'stop, drop and roll'. Earn "Fire Chief" ranking by answering the "Burning Questions."
SMARTER PLANET PRESENTED BY IBM: Guests create an avatar of themselves and jump, run and dance their way through a video game. Learn waht it takes to create a smarter planet.
ROCKIN' ROBOTS PRESENTED BY KUKA: Meet Cicerob, Herbot, Delbot and Norbot and help them to create a symphony. You direct four robotic arms that play percussion that ranges from cymbals, gongs, chimes to car horns and crates. At the kiosk, you can learn about the important role that robotics plays in our everyday lives.
THE GREAT PIGGY BANK ADVENTURE: T.Rowe Price worked with Disney to create this interactive game to teach families the importance of financial planning. You take your piggy bank from station to station trying to save enough money to reach your long term goal. You play interactive video games at each station.
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