mstropka-Looking Outwards-03-Section E

In this Ted Talk Neri Oxman talks about using computation to drive the design of physical things. The Ted talk includes 3D animations of the generative algorithms that her team then 3D printed to make wearables. I think it is fascinating that this team is using computers to generate forms that are both organic in their appearance and function. It is very inspiring to see that computers and rapid prototyping technologies, the epitome of the artificial, are helping designers and engineers to create products that are meant to emulate natural processes. Moving forward I think that this type of research will inspire people to develop technologies that are more connected to the natural world.