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Iridescent kite

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

We love good examples of materials applied to design. This kite is a case in point. It’s a radically shaped box kite that shimmers and dances in the light. The kite is made of a ...

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Sweet 3D printing

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

This should sweeten your day. Additive manufacturing pioneers 3D Systems have developed a way to print edible 3D objects, made entirely from sugar. They have taken on the technology from The Sugar Lab, who in ...

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The human skin condom

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

It’s not actually made from human skin. But it is made to feel like human skin, as much as possible. The human skin condom is a research project at a university in Australia that aims ...

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This jacket is hot – and cool!

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

These days, technology is pervasive in fashion. You probably have a warm winter jacket made of synthetic fleece, perhaps a natural wool, or a breathable, nylon-like fabric. And you have cool summer clothing, made of ...

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Glass teahouse

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

It’s always surprisingly enjoyable to see an object or a design re-imagined in a new material. It’s not always just for fun either. This teahouse is made entirely from glass, and serves as a great ...

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Flexible super light

Published 10 years ago by Philip | no responses

This is a very special light. It’s a folding LED lamp that you can take anywhere, stuff into a bag, and use outside. How does it work? Designed by a studio that is known for ...

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