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MIT researchers create strong, ultra-light architected materials using kirigami techniques

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Produced with techniques borrowed from the Japanese kirigami paper-cutting technique, the strong metal lattices are lighter than cork while also holding customizable mechanical properties. This manufacturing process is without tooling, like 3D printing.

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Crafting the Present reveals manufacturing techniques behind mid-century furniture classics

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Crafting the Present is on show for 3 Days of Design Curated by designer Maria Bruun , the exhibition shows how designs including Wegner's Ox Chair and Mogensen's Spanish Chair have been carefully reworked in line with modern manufacturing technologies and environmental standards.

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Softblock rug revives "world's oldest rug-making technique"

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Rug manufacturer Peace Industry used an endangered Iranian felting technique to develop this colourful reversible rug with a different pattern on each side. To help preserve the craft, they set up a workshop near the Iranian city of Esfahan where the rugs are manufactured by local artisans, half of whom are hearing-impaired.

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Christien Meindertsma invents technique for 3D printing with wool

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The device uses a felting technique to bind the wool together The attachment works with all different types of wool. She believes the technique has many potential applications in design, with examples including furniture, acoustic products and insulation. It's a technique you can use with any European wool," the designer told Dezeen.

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From Sketch to Painting: A Digital Art Gallery To Inspire Everyday Architectural Work

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In the context of contemporary society, many of our activities are carried out digitally, from booking accommodation for travel to manufacturing materials and creating art exhibitions.

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When Digital Technologies Enhance Craftsmanship: How to Build a Domed Pavilion with Augmented Reality

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Can current design and manufacturing technologies be incorporated into vernacular and traditional construction techniques?

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Japanese company delivers 3D printed home ‘bought for the price of a car’

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The resulting 538-square-foot scheme, developed by a team including the Digital Manufacturing Creation Center, KAP, Tateo Densetsu, Hyakunen Jutaku, and Nabeju, was constructed in 44 hours and 30 minutes. Image credit: Serendix Serendix50 merges two digital fabrication techniques: 3D printing for the framework and CNC cuttin.

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