These readings were discussed in further detail in person with peers and lecturers during the course, below is a light summary. Block One Making: Knowing From The Inside by Tim Ingold What is the author’s main argument? Ingold discusses the core method of participant-observation, of needing to be immersed in the world to learn about …
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Speculative design practice allows for the design of objects that aren’t currently possible, but are plausible in a future world. This responsive companion lamp is a craft object that joins the Internet of Things. It has been designed with the following features: Various light options Human presence, mood, and temperature sensors Adjustable lamp arm App …
Once we had completed what we could during our workshop day (see post about working with Neil Fyffe), I completed the woodworking portion of this project at the Napier workshop where I sanded the shade to smooth the shape and remove the top coat finish. I then taped up the openings for the electronic sensors …
The completed kits were sent to the participants homes and they were asked to complete the work within 2 weeks. Later extra time was given as it was over the Easter weekend. Out of the 3 agreed participants, I received 2 partially completed responses. Participant 1 Participant 1 did not complete the back of the …
Neil Fyffe is a designer, artist, craftsman and all-around master artisan. His portfolio of work is impressive and his woodworking experience spans more than 30 years. He is a qualified joiner but started his making career as an artist. He graduated from Edinburgh University in 1986 with a Master of Arts and set up his …
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I purchased an Arduino for beginners kit along with a multi-relay and a PIR sensor. Richard from Proto-pic was very helpful and also provided me with the ” … ” kit. Richard’s electronic components shop sells mostly online at https://proto-pic.co.uk/, but they also have a location in Kirkcaldy, Scotland. Due to Covid, they weren’t open …
Technological advancements in cycling over the last few hundred years have mostly come from the frame construction and use. Today’s bikes can handle anything from street racing to mud-splattered single-track. There are those who ride a bike every day for their commute. Samsung built a safer smart bike for these people (Eurobest, 2014). This bike, …
I am joined by guests Kelsey Smart and Kate Litcharska for a conversation on virtual reality, emerging technology and the future of our relationship with a technologically enhanced reality. The primary readings read in preparation for this episode are; Alone Together by Sherry Turkle, The Theory of Affordances by James J. Gibson (Chapter 9), and The …
