One of the labs that I visit frequently has Beams for people to use. They've been on a multi-year kick to make the lab "Beam-able." That means, no extension cor

One of the labs that I visit frequently has Beams for people to use. They've been on a multi-year kick to make the lab "Beam-able." That means, no extension cords, no floor outlets, no ramps, or edges on the floor of any kind. While in theory the ability to move around should make the interaction better, it seems that the mobility is so poor, that people generally get to one location and then just stop trying because it took so much effort to get there. It's also hugely distracting if someone is in a beam trying to get a better view because the inevitably run into something, or get stuck, and then need help. Elevators also turn out to be pretty big traps.