The functional object on the right is the fusion of a human heart and an automobile heart; an engine. The way we take care of the wellbeing of our automobiles, our body needs the similar or more amount of mental and physical maintenance in order to keep running well.
The scene on the left is a humanoid being tested on a hostile planet which is abundant with ecologically stable gas and can be used to run the humanoid. This humanoid hosts the heart displayed on the right. The philosophy behind this work of art is that human race will continue to exist and survive under severe circumstances as well. Humans are innovative and find ways to thrive no matter what. Quality of life can decrease but...