Open Thesis Fabrication
Today the IaaC OTF Researchers visited CERÀMICA CUMELLA. The family workshop CERÀMICA CUMELLA, founded in 1880 in Granollers (Barcelona), originally devoted to the manufacturing of traditional ceramics and pottery for daily use, has finally become the central core of an intense public and professional activity. Ceràmica Cumella has lately experienced a notorious increase in the industrial production of serial [...]
Today we hosted the Opening Presentation of Open Thesis Fabrication (OTF), a 16 week program with an agenda that translates research into technology, working hand in hand with the industry, and seeking to develop innovative solutions in a wide range of fields. This year the researchers will follow one of three research lines: 3D printing in Architectural [...]
Light Hacker is an accessory that “hacks” or modifies the behavior of an existing streetlamp. By using a sound sensor and a color filter that responds to ambient noise, Light Hacker changes the color of the emitted light. The device also has a stand-alone internet connection allowing to send real-time sensor readings to an internet [...]
New Prosthesis Exoskeletons The New Prosthesis project uses digital fabrication techniques to cut and bend wood into lightweight and materially efficient structures. These pieces are bent without form work, using the specific control of the laser cutter to define joints instead, thus avoiding wasteful form work. OTF Student: Joel Letkemann
“RESPIRA” the breathing wall Respira, is a two dimensional panel that works like skin protection and responsive facade, that will change its shape according to the outside temperature and help the air ventilation or protection of the building. OTF Student : Ilaria La Manna