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Kinetic Surface Concept The surface shape is controlled by of micro-actuators built into the fabric structure. The actuators are organised in an array whose density is optimised for the application, similar to a Finite Element Grid. Kinetic Surface prototype (2004) The surface shape is defined by 9 nodes controlled by a GUI. The […]
Categories: Andreas Raptopoulos, Kinetic Surface
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A generative sound composition model Sound emitting spheres in a sound universe navigated by an avatar. The sound heard at the avatar is a mix of the sound emitted by each sphere, weighted by the inverse of its distance to the avatar. The avatar can enter a sphere by crossing through its boundary. When this happens, […]
Categories: Andreas Raptopoulos, SoundCurtain
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Categories: Aura, Martha Sakellariou
by aylo
Repitition-rhythm-pattern-synthesis explored in the act of speech.
Categories: Aura, Martha Sakellariou
by aylo
Casting of a SoundCurtain prototype for Herman Miller Electrical wires are installed on a MDF/aluminum mould – insulated at the cross points to create wiring for mics and speakers. Four rectangular wax patches are placed on the mould to form recesses that will later become NXT speaker plates. Silicone rubber is poured over and worked […]
Categories: Andreas Raptopoulos, SoundCurtain
by aylo
When I moved to London in 1997, it hit me that so many people were sleeping rough in the centre of the city. One day I was in a big hurry to make it to an exam at the College and was going through Soho to pick up some films for a project. It must […]
Categories: Andreas Raptopoulos, Homeless Shelter
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Categories: Aura, Martha Sakellariou
by aylo
Surgical plate for active osteosynthesis in collaboration with a professor and orthopaedic surgeon in the University of Patras, Greece. The plate has an innovative sliding mechanism that promotes faster bone regeneration.
Categories: Andreas Raptopoulos, Design & Technology