Ultra materials: how materials innovation is changing the world
Beylerian, George M.Quinn, Bradley
Thames & Hudson Ltd (London, 2007) (eng) English9780500513828UnknownUnknownMATERIALS-TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS; Glossary: p. 266-276; Smart substances, intelligent interfaces, and sensory surfaces are redefining the world we live in, from self-cleaning materials based on the surface morphology of a lotus leaf to outdoor pavilions made from inflatable membrane exteriors to temperature-regulated clothing.
The people at Material ConneXion are uniquely placed to explain these developments:
the context and key tools for innovation, including biomimicry, nanotechnology, and sustainability;
the application of new materials in interior, fashion, textiles, product, and vehicle design;
where current developments are leading, along with the implications for educators, professionals, and society as a whole.
The book includes a classified presentation of the four hundred most recent significant materials; a directory of designers, design conferences, trade shows, and professional organizations; and details of degree programs, grants, scholarships, internships, research labs, and competitions.
Physical dimension
288 p.29 cm.ill.
Summary / review / table of contents
Introduction / Bradley Quin --
pt. 1. Materials + design. --
Material matters / George M. Beylerian --
Material overviews / Andrew Dent --
Material intelligence / Bradley Quinn --
Material maestros / Bradley Quinn + Michele Caniato --
Materializing the future / Andrew Dent + Bradley Quinn --
pt. 2. Reference + information. --
Ultra materials / Andrew Dent --
Source book / Richard Lombard.