Category Archives: design

Computer-Human Interaction Conference 2012

The CHI 2012 conference is in Austin, TX this year, May 5-12. I’ll be reporting from the event, posting videos, interviews, and short write-ups of interesting projects. In the meantime, watch the video teaser below.

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How an Xlerator Hand Dryer is Made

Surprisingly hand-crafted. Outside: a buffed zinc outer unit. Inside: a motor spins a blower wheel at a rate of 20,000 revolutions per minute. See video below.

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Using Holography and LEDs to Make Art

A while back, I had the opportunity to visit the studio of San Francisco artist Christine Remy, who creates holographic portraits and LED sculptures. Much of her art is subtle and contemplative, however, she has two projects that I found … Continue reading →

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Polaroid’s New Instant Camera

The digital camera revolution was a little rocky for Polaroid, a company famous for an iconic film camera that prints photos instantly. But thanks to the invention of a new type of thermal printer, the company now has a instant … Continue reading →

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Topographic Sculpture of Kansas

My friend Dan, who helped me build the light pipe prototype, recently got a CNC mill. He’s been asking me if there’s anything I want to make with it, and now I think I have an idea. My in-laws live … Continue reading →

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