And for those companies aiding our plight, AutoDesk is here to pour precious products into their laps, $150,000 worth of products, just for being on the up and up with sustainable design practices.
David, a former oil rig worker, glued each polished matchstick in place to create the half ton model of the Brent Bravo oil rig in his living room. It measures 21ft long, 12ft high and is probably one of the largest fire hazards this side of the International Date Line. More images after the break.
It’s just the concept Edward Shelton of Oxford, UK came up with for his final year project at Loughborough University. Ed developed the Amphibian to aid lifeguards during the beach rescue process. The design was developed and tested with assistance from the Royal National Lifeboat Association (RNLI). Design Blade. Extend Blade. Save Life. Here’s more.
He answered some questions about MT capabilities, gives a little insight into multi-touch workflow, what he likes about it and what to expect in the future as this type of tech starts to infiltrate our offices.
If that’s possible, why shouldn’t they be equipped with a ‘self-learning mode’ for flawless pursuit upon a rippin’ rice burner? And if not that, then why shouldn’t they use frictional lifting patterns being studied in snakes to propel themselves quickly toward your main artery? I’m thinking tire armor, a grappling device and liquid nitrogen. Here’s the bleak outlook my friends.