3D-printing robot creates freestanding metal structures
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2014-02-21 22:21:24 UTC

Although the world of 3D printing is hurtling through milestones at the moment, to a large extent the technology still remains in its infancy. If you thought it was all Etsy jewellery and plastic toys, though, think again. Joris Laarman has created a free-standing 3D printing robot that creates beautiful metal sculptures with the graceful brush strokes of an artist. .. Continue Reading 3D-printing robot creates freestanding metal structures

Section: Robotics

Tags: 3D Printing, Art

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Gabbia Lamps by Rui Pereira & Ryosuke Fukusada
by: mocoloco, 2014-02-18 16:46:57 UTC


casagrande lab creates a sanctuary from ruins in taiwan
by: Designboom - Weblog, 2014-02-23 15:05:11 UTC

'ultra-ruin' respectfully combines a contemplative space from a former neglected site with the natural landscape of the yangming mountain, in taiwan.

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eclipse is a modern day rickshaw by kenneth cobonpue
by: Designboom - Weblog, 2014-02-23 20:50:05 UTC

'eclipse' presents unexpected luxuries such as an iPhone docking base, speakers, cup holders, a cooling fan, and panels on either side for more privacy.

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Ecolabels Don’t Influence Consumer Food Choice, Study Says
by: Environmental Leader, 2014-02-21 14:31:44 UTC
Consumers are concerned about sustainability, but their understanding is limited and ecolabels rarely influence food purchases, according to a study by the European Food Information Council. The “Sustainability labels on food products: Consumer motivation, understanding and use study,” which surveyed 4,408 respondents living in the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Sweden and Poland.  says consumers have a medium to […]

Design made of animal products on show in Formafantasma exhibition
by: Dezeen, 2014-02-22 14:00:40 UTC

Cow-bladder lights, fish-skin stools and plastic made of beetles all feature in an exhibition of work by Eindhoven design duo Formafantasma. (more...)

Fuseproject Designs Public Furniture With Cyclists In Mind
by: Co.Design, 2014-02-13 17:00:00 UTC

Yves Béhar has collaborated with Landscape Forms to launch a line of flat-packed, sustainable outdoor furniture.

How do you turn a city into a biking city? There are shared bike programs, of course. There are slightly off-the-wall initiatives like Copenhagenize Flow that let cities try out modular, tiled bike lanes. But what about revamping the off-the-bike experience, and adding shelves to bike racks, for setting down bags and locks?

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Study: Good Design Is Good For Business
by: Co.Design, 2014-02-13 19:30:00 UTC

A new analysis by the Design Management Institute concludes that design-driven businesses have outperformed the S&P by a whopping 228% over the past 10 years.

Here at Co.Design, we're constantly singing the praises of design-driven businesses. But "good design" can seem subjective and nebulous. Worse, it can be difficult to quantify how much design really impacts a company's bottom line.

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Toyota Testing Wireless Battery Charger
by: Environmental Leader, 2014-02-14 17:14:11 UTC
Toyota will begin verification testing of its newly developed wireless battery charging system for vehicles with an electrified powertrain. The company hopes to ultimately commercialize the technology used for plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. The tests will begin in late February in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The system can charge a vehicle parked in alignment over […]

Retailers Commit to Eco-friendlier Gold Mining
by: Environmental Leader, 2014-02-14 17:14:52 UTC
Tiffany & Co., Target and Helzberg Diamonds have committed to more sustainable gold and metals mining. They have joined more than 100 retailers for Valentine’s Day, who have committed to more responsible metals sourcing by signing the No Dirty Gold campaign’s Golden Rules. Valentine’s Day is one of the largest jewelry purchasing holidays of the […]