1.

Record Nr.

UNISA996308769603316

Autore

Armstrong Rachel

Titolo

Vibrant architecture : matter as a codesigner of living structures / / Rachel Armstrong ; managing editor, Monika Michalowicz ; associate editor, Davina Jackson

Pubbl/distr/stampa

[Hawthorne, New York] : , : De Gruyter Open, , 2015

©2015

ISBN

3-11-040373-0

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (384 pages) : color illustrations, photographs

Disciplina

720.1

Soggetti

Architecture - Philosophy

Sustainable architecture

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Front matter -- Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Definitions -- 3 Literature Survey -- 4 Method -- 5 Vibrant Matter in Practice -- 6 Dynamic Droplets -- 7 'A Short Story of a Short Life' -- 8 'Hylozoic Ground' -- 9 'Biolime: Mock Rock' -- 10 Vibrant Venice: Designing with Vibrant Matter -- 11 'Post-natural Venice' -- 12 Vibrant Cities -- 13 'Japan: 2060' -- 14 Manifesto For Vibrant Architecture -- 15 'The Greatest Alluvian Poet That Ever Lived' -- 16 Conclusion -- References -- List of Figures -- List of Movies -- List of Tables -- Index

Sommario/riassunto

This book sets out the conditions under which the need for a new approach to the production of architecture in the twenty-first century is established, where our homes and cities are facing increasing pressures from environmental challenges that are compromising our lives and well being. Vibrant architecture embodies a new kind of architectural design practice that explores how lively materials, or 'vibrant matter', may be incorporated into our buildings to confer on them some of the properties of living things, such as movement, growth, sensitivity and self-repair. The theoretical and practical implications of how this may occur are explored through the application of a new group of materials. Characteristically, these substances possess some of the properties of



living systems but may not have the full status of being truly alive. They include forms of chemical artificial life such as 'dynamic droplets' or synthetically produced soils. As complex systems, they are able to communicate directly with the natural world using a shared language of chemistry and so, negotiate their continued survival in a restless world. Vibrant architecture may create new opportunities for architectural design practice that venture beyond top-down form-finding programs, by enabling architects to co-design in partnership with human and nonhuman collectives, which result from the production of post natural landscapes. Ultimately, vibrant architecture may operate as an ecological platform for human development that augments the liveliness of our planet, rather than diminishes it.

2.

Record Nr.

UNIORUON00163402

Autore

IZUMI Asato

Titolo

Tokyo nijusan ku monogatari / Izumi Asato

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Tokyo, : Shinchosha, 1989

ISBN

41-01-07612-X

Descrizione fisica

238 p. ; 15 cm

Classificazione

GIA VIII C

Soggetti

GIAPPONE - STORIA - TOKYO

TOKYO - QUARTIERI - STORIA SOCIALE

Lingua di pubblicazione

Giapponese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia



3.

Record Nr.

UNINA9911020192903321

Autore

Vaishnavi V

Titolo

Blockchain Technology for the Engineering and Service Sectors

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Newark : , : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, , 2026

©2025

ISBN

1-394-23803-7

1-394-23802-9

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (440 pages)

Altri autori (Persone)

RajasekarR

MoganapriyaC

KumarP. Sathish

Disciplina

005.74

Soggetti

Blockchains (Databases)

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Sommario/riassunto

Blockchain Technology for the Engineering and Service Sectors is essential for anyone looking to understand how to harness blockchain technology, driving innovation and efficiency across various sectors Blockchain technology stands as one of the most transformative innovations of the 21st century, significantly impacting sectors including finance, manufacturing, and the service industry. Despite its relatively recent emergence, blockchain has the potential to revolutionize a wide array of industries, including tourism, agriculture, healthcare, and automobiles. With the growing interest in decentralized finance, governments and businesses are increasingly investing in research and development to enhance blockchain's capabilities. As the technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more ground-breaking advancements in the near future. Blockchain Technology for the Engineering and Service Sectors is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of blockchain technology, divided into two key areas of study. The first section delves into the history and technical evolution of blockchain, tracing its development from the inception of Bitcoin to its integration with other advanced technologies like the Internet of Things. The second section focuses on the



frameworks and applications of blockchain, examining its use across various industries, including supply chain management, tourism, banking, healthcare, and automation. Additionally, the book addresses current challenges, emerging trends, and the future potential of blockchain technology. Through a detailed and structured presentation of these topics, readers will gain a deep understanding and expertise in the field of blockchain technology. Audience Researchers, engineers, and industry professionals working in research and development to explore the possibilities of blockchain.