Materialising Futures
This theme revolves around crafting innovative products fuelled by novel materials like smart textiles and living materials. You'll explore the power of computational design, diving into parametric and generative design techniques. Additionally, we'll delve into advanced fabrication technologies such as biofabrication and 3D/4D printing.
The core of this theme lies in developing a profound understanding of these technologies through hands-on tinkering and making. Technical and experiential characterisation along with modelling and simulation form the backbone of our approach. With a strong emphasis on hybrid and adaptive material systems, we are driven by a common goal: creating designs that benefit people, society, and the planet.
The following programme electives and design studio are offered within this theme:
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5 EC, Spring Semester - Q3
This course fosters hands-on exploration and systematic experimentation with emerging materials, emphasising technical, temporal, and experiential understanding as well as uncovering sustainability benefits. -
5 EC, Spring Semester - Q4
This course equips students with the skills to harness computer algorithms for automated design processes. This enables exploration of various options and optimisation, requiring a deep grasp of geometry, data, algorithms, and related concepts. -
5 EC, Spring Semester - Q4
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of living organisms, bioprocesses, biotechnology, and biodesign. It provides essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills for working with and observing living organisms in a biolab setting.