Nanotechnology: no small matter

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Nanotechnology represents the latest developments in the miniaturization of the manufacturing process which employs the construction of molecular machines designed with clockwork accuracy. Eric Drexler describes the useful possibilities of nanotechnology in his book, 'Unbounding the Future: The Nanotechnology Revolution.' Drexler predicts the mass production of molecule-sized machines intended to produce materials of utmost precision and strength, consequently altering the standard means of production. The basic components of nanotechnology are found in carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms, and advances in molecular manufacturing technology assure the process of a bright future. However, nanotechnology may also be used indiscriminately to build smart weapons systems.

Usage, Nanotechnology

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Mutating multimedia

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Multimedia technology is developing at a fast pace and with the new technology comes expectations from consumers, responsibilities for designers and questions about its impact on society and culture. While present efforts are focused on developing the technology, they should always be pursued with clear-cut purposes in mind. The innumerable potentials of multimedia cause people to speculate whether they can be realized if left under the direction of powerful corporations. Despite the prevailing skepticism, there is a belief among designers that the technology holds much promise as evidenced by unfolding applications.

Methods, Analysis, Cover Story, Multimedia technology, Multimedia systems, Computer simulation, Computer engineering

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Stanford's dream teams

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Stanford University has developed an interdisciplinary course called 'Integrated Design for Manufacturing and Marketability,' for graduate students in business, design and engineering. In 1991, the students were divided into teams consisting of two engineers and two MBAs and were asked to describe, devise, model and price a can crusher for home recycling. The teams were first asked to develop a picture of the ideal can crusher after speaking to selected potential buyers. A functioning prototype was then built and judged partly by a computer and partly by a panel of judges.

Innovations, Study and teaching, Industrial design, Stanford University, Interdisciplinary approach in education, Interdisciplinary approach (Education)

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