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Identity Construction in a Dialogue of Opposing Discourses: Estonian Crafts in the 1960s–1970s

Identity Construction in a Dialogue of Opposing Discourses: Estonian Crafts in the 1960s–1970s

Author(s): Karin Nugis / Language(s): English / Issue: 01+02/2013

This paper explores identity construction in Estonian crafts in the 1960s–1970s, during the 'Thaw' and official modernisation process. Based mainly on the criticism of the period, the paper analyses changes in approaches and follows the construction of a new identity for crafts, based not on functional but on artistic ambitions. The paper distinguishes two opposing discourses which shaped the identity of crafts: the 'design discourse' and 'art discourse'. The development and functioning of both discourses was influenced by the classical canon of the hierarchy of the arts, as well as by the structure of local art institutions, art instruction and exhibition management. The author claims that, although in the 1970s the new artistic identity of crafts was widely accepted, paradoxically crafts were in a marginal position compared with fine arts and perceived their hierarchical inferiority as the 'other's other'.

Working in HD Field

Working in HD Field

Author(s): Florin Tolas / Language(s): English / Issue: 03/2008

Keywords: film production; cinematographic art; HD resolution

HD resolution is about 5 times more than SD and the contrast range is extended to 7.5 stops. As a consequence, we will have to light a lot more precisely in the future; to take full advantage of HD we have to be exact within a 1/4 of a T-stop. In multi-camera productions much more attention has to be paid to an absolutely even illumination of the object for all possible camera angles. The background needs to be separated clearly from the object by means of the lighting design. HD also offers new possibilities to make the best use of all the transitory areas created by a light source between diffuse light and shadow.

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Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bosnian / Issue: 01/2005

Book Review - Creswell, J. W. and Plano Clark, V. L.: Designing and Conducting Mixed Methods Research

Book Review - Creswell, J. W. and Plano Clark, V. L.: Designing and Conducting Mixed Methods Research

Author(s): Tomáš Čížek / Language(s): English / Issue: 01/2009

Keywords: Creswell; J. W.; Plano Clark; V. L.; Designing and Conducting Mixed Methods Research

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Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bosnian / Issue: 06/2007

Process of innovation in product lifecycle management business strategy

Process of innovation in product lifecycle management business strategy

Author(s): Radmil Polenakovic,Valentina Gecevska,Franc Čuš / Language(s): English / Issue: 3/2011

Keywords: Product Lifecycle Management (PLM); innovation; business processes; technology

This article proposes a scenario of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), as a innovative business strategy based on the analysis of business drivers, industry requirements, limit of current solution, and recent state-of-the-art review in the domain related to PLM. Potential industrial impact of the developed PLM technology solutions is analyzed. It is hoped that the proposed PLM technology solutions will form the frontier basis for further research, development, and application of PLM systems to quickly adapt to the dynamic changing market for industry companies to pursue the most advanced competitiveness. This article presents a process oriented framework to support effective PLM implementation with a set of lifecycle oriented business process reference models which links the necessary fundamental concepts, enterprise knowledge and software solutions to effectively deploy PLM.

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Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2006

Keywords: PALAMEDES; A JOURNAL OF ANCIENT HISTORY; 2006

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Pictorial Aesthetics and Two Kinds of Inflected Seeing-In

Pictorial Aesthetics and Two Kinds of Inflected Seeing-In

Author(s): Giulia Martina / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2016

Keywords: seeing-in;aesthetic experience;Wollheim R.;pictorial experience

Inflected seeing-in is a special experience of the vehicle and subject of a picture, which are experienced as related to each other. Bence Nanay recently defended the idea that inflected picture perception is central to the aesthetic appreciation of pictures. Here I critically discuss his characterization of inflection, and advance a new one, that better accounts for the structure and content of inflected experience in terms of properties of the pictures themselves and also clarifies the distinctive contribution of inflection to pictorial aesthetics. Two kinds of inflected seeing-in are distinguished in terms of two functions the design properties of a picture can realize. One kind of inflected seeing-in allows us to experience how the picture design sustains what is seen in the picture and is responsible for the representation of the picture subject. The second kind, which is only supported by some pictures, also captures how properties of the vehicle alter or enrich the picture content so as to elicit an experience of the depicted subject as having properties it could not be seen as having in face-to-face experience. This inflected experience is distinctively associated with our visual experience of the aesthetically valuable relations between vehicle and content which are unique to pictorial representation.

The abilities and the use of AutoCAD and its place in the educational process

The abilities and the use of AutoCAD and its place in the educational process

Author(s): MARIUSZ RÓŻOWICZ,Agnieszka Molga / Language(s): English,Czech / Issue: 2/2016

Keywords: object; integrated data model; computer aided design; technology

AutoCAD system is commonly available software which forms the basis for computer aided design and is a significant work tool for engineers, designers or constructors. This article attemptsto present the system of computer-aided design.

Flexibility Cost and its Application for Construction Projects

Flexibility Cost and its Application for Construction Projects

Author(s): Rashmi Shahu / Language(s): English / Issue: 01/2016

Keywords: Flexibility; Future Saving; Flexibility Cost

The paper aims to develop a methodology for valuing flexibility by developing a mathematicalformula for predicting future saving of cost. The work aims to evaluate flexibility in the initial designphase of projects taking examples of construction projects. Flexibility is becoming a more widelyaccepted aspect of project management. Although contingency theory in project management states thatthe unknowns are controllable, complexity theory believes that the best way to handle the unknownswould be to have a flexible approach rather than rigidity. Designing a flexible system is a method ofmanaging uncertainty. Two case studies were considered in this research to validate the mathematicalformula. This research explains three case studies of an educational institution 28 years old for explainingthe concept and giving benefits of flexible design for modification / renovation work of building.Flexibility becomes inevitable for environment where the environment is dynamic. For a ready adaptationto market fluctuations it would be good to impose the condition that the building, along with itsinstallations should be suitable for several uses. Flexibility in the initial design phase is modelled in orderto know the advantage in future. The comparison between the extra cost of flexibility in the initial designphase and the discount that can be achieved in future due to this premium will help the developers inmaking strategic decisions. Prior research work contains various characteristics of flexible buildingstructures but no attempt has been made to compare between the extra cost of flexibility in the initialdesign phase and the discount that can be achieved in future due to flexible building structures.

Learning uncomfortably

Learning uncomfortably

Author(s): Noemi Sadowska,Dominic Laffy / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2011

Keywords: Innovation; Blue Ocean strategies; Design thinking; Strategic thinking; Zone of discomfort; Business education;

This paper outlines a research process entwined with delivery of a final year elective module “Managing Strategic Design”. This module challenges a mixture of business and design management final year undergraduate students to develop truly innovative business opportunities. The research has been based on six roundtable discussions with a variety of participants from design and business communities, as well as classroom observation and reflections from students on the aforementioned elective module. The process of creating these innovative opportunities is at times deeply uncomfortable but it is at these points that students’ learning can be most productive. The iterative process of research and teaching have led us, the authors, to reflect on the value and positioning of design and strategic thinking in business education: the methodology behind our particular curriculum delivery drawing on cross disciplinary teaching and learning; and the ability of students to learn from practice by experiencing ‘zones of discomfort’ and ‘what if’ scenarios. These reflections have altered the focus of the elective module, from provision of tools students need to know to under-standing the learning journey and facilitating the acquisition of decision-making confidence in response to a complex challenge.

Agile for Instructional Designers - review of the book by Megan Torrance

Agile for Instructional Designers - review of the book by Megan Torrance

Author(s): Maria Zając / Language(s): Polish / Issue: 3/2019

Megan Torrance is a practitioner who leads the e-learning design and development firm. In her book Agile for Instructional Designers. Iterative Project Management to Achieve Results, she presents how to apply the agile methodology for designing an e-learning experience. She argues that the ADDIE model still commonly used in instructional design does not suit the needs of contemporary learners, and therefore it should be replaced by a more flexible approach. Flexibility means, in this context, openness to change, which can be introduced even while the training or the course is being delivered. The author of the book claims that the agile approach, well known from software development practices, can be effectively used to support the traditional approach to designing the learning experience. Hence, she introduces first her own, concise definition of agile, and then describes the methodology of using the agile approach to instructional design which she calls LLAMA from the words Lot Like Agile Management Approach.

A Networked Learning Environment for the Education of an Architect

A Networked Learning Environment for the Education of an Architect

Author(s): Melis Baloglu Asut,Yuksel Demir / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2019

Keywords: Communication and learning; National case studies; Networked learning; Non-formal and informal learning; Online learning environments and platforms

During a design process, a student of architecture learns how to communicate with various tools, understanding the problem and reflect his/her own solution and how to work together with his/her peers. To be able to examine how a student of architecture learn, communicate and act in a networked environment, this study analyses an architectural theory lesson as a case study in consideration of ACAD (Goodyear & Carvalho, 2014) framework. An online assistant acts as an observer of the online platform of the course used as a case study, analyses the 14-week course according to ACAD framework. As a conclusion, students can learn collaboratively by articulating and sharing their ideas while they follow their education if they have a chance to frame their own curriculum, and they also continue to share their experience and expertise through discussion and dialog with the help of online communities after they had graduated.

An analysis of the resistance of an extended end-plate beam-to-beam connection subjected to tension in fire conditions

An analysis of the resistance of an extended end-plate beam-to-beam connection subjected to tension in fire conditions

Author(s): Alina Słowikowska,Łukasz Polus / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2019

Keywords: beam-to-beam connection; fire resistance; steel joint; critical temperature

This paper presents an analysis of the fire resistance of a steel joint subject-ed to tension. The authors of this article used prescriptive rules and simple calculation models to present an impact of the value of the load on the fire resistance of the connection. Designers often evaluate the critical temperature and fire resistance time of steel elements. However, they neglect the evaluation of the above-mentioned values for steel connections. In this article a simple engineering method was used to calculate the fire resistance of the joint.

The place and importance of informal education in the freshman year experience of architectural education

The place and importance of informal education in the freshman year experience of architectural education

Author(s): Melike Orhan / Language(s): English / Issue: 6/2020

Keywords: Architectural education; formal education; informal education; freshman-year architecture students; architecture courses;

Formal architectural education is inadequate for students in the current dynamic world where visual content and speed have become determinative. Particularly, freshman-year architecture students have difficulties in this process. In order to facilitate this process, dynamic methods, in which the student is interactive, should be included more in formal education. Informal education methods should be used complementary to formal education in terms of achieving the required skills and development along with knowledge. The aim of this study is to emphasise the requirement, importance and practice methods of informal education to make the education process more efficient for freshman-year architecture students. The quantitative research method is used in the study, and a survey is conducted with the sample group of selected freshman-year architecture students. With the results of the survey, it is tried to determine which informal learning the students preferred and found useful in the process of obtaining information. As a result, informal education methods, their contribution to the education of freshman-year architecture students, the results of this contribution and the student learning outcomes are evaluated.

Deficiencies and potential corrections in ceramic art education according to the ceramic industry employees

Deficiencies and potential corrections in ceramic art education according to the ceramic industry employees

Author(s): Emrah Pek,Sezer Cihaner Keser,Çetin Güler / Language(s): English / Issue: 9/2022

Keywords: Art education; ceramic; industrial ceramic; design; sector; employee;

Ceramics may be considered one of the most important and oldest inventions that give information about the history of humanity. Dating back to 8000 BC, ceramic has been used in many areas of daily life, such as kitchenware, sanitary ware, space technology, weapon industry and artistic production. In this context, the use of ceramics as an industrial material has resulted in the ceramic industry which requires education as an indispensable field. This study aims to determine the deficiencies and potential corrections for these deficiencies from the views of the employees who currently work in the field of ceramics. The study was conducted as a phenomenological study, which is one of the qualitative research designs. Fifteen employees participated in the study. The data of the study was collected by interviewing the employees. The findings of the study suggest that outdated curricula, narrow and insufficient industrial field courses, the need for self-development of the lecturer in the industrial field, the necessity of establishing a relationship between the ceramic industry and education and insufficient and inadequate computer design courses with software not suitable for the industry are the main deficiencies along with some others.

MATLAB AND SIMULINK LABORATORY – A BASIS FOR LEARNING REAL CONTROL APPLICATIONS

MATLAB AND SIMULINK LABORATORY – A BASIS FOR LEARNING REAL CONTROL APPLICATIONS

Author(s): Nitza Davidovich,Gregory Agranovich,Yuri Ribakov,Ido Halperin / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2011

Keywords: control laboratory; control systems; MATLAB and Simulink; programming;

A laboratory for teaching computer programming and engineering concepts related to control applications was recently established in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Electronics at the Ariel University Center of Samaria. The new laboratory provides hands-on experience in the design of control systems used in different fields of engineering. The lab offers an excellent introduction to programming concepts and research concepts that are often troublesome for the undergraduates. This paper describes the general approach and practical application of MATLAB and Simulink in the frame of a laboratory for teaching control. The main aim of the laboratory is to help students gain a deep understanding of typical problems in control applications. Students prepare codes in MATLAB and Simulink, based on knowledge acquired in a preliminary course on the theory of control. These codes are further used to investigate and design various control systems. In this way, control lab assignments with models of various physical processes are performed.

Issues in designs of high current applications

Issues in designs of high current applications

Author(s): Patrik Varecha,Vladimir Vavrus,Bretislav Zuczek / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2018

Keywords: automotive; high current; printed circuit board;

This paper deals with design high current printed circuit boards (PCB), with the issues of implementation the power layer into standard PCB and influence of parasitic parameters of conductive traces of PCB. The parasitic parameters of conductive traces play a significant role in design of high current PCB, and therefore must be minimized. The technology of manufacturing PCB for high current designs as a compact device is mentioned in the paper. The quality of MOSFET switching power in high current design was compared in two ways of proposed leading power lines in order to demonstrate the influence of parasitic inductances of conductive traces.

Interior: A Meeting Place for Cultures and Generations

Interior: A Meeting Place for Cultures and Generations

Author(s): Patrycja Haupt,Elena Douvlou / Language(s): English / Issue: 42/2023

Keywords: inclusive design; social cohesion; interior design

The contemporary housing environment in Europe is changing dynamically, influenced by factors related to the struggle against climate change and adverse demographic phenomena. The pace of change has also increased in response to the challenges posed by the pandemic, conflicts and the energy crisis. These reasons have started a process of change in the approach to the design of residential areas, directing the attention of designers towards meeting the needs linked to creating housing architecture that implements the postulates of connection to nature, inclusivity in response to cultural diversity, and sustainable design by extending the residential space to include rooms or facilities with a different use. The aim of the research presented in this paper was to diagnose the factors that influence the creation of an interior space that is conducive to intergenerational and intercultural integration. The study was carried out under the FRSE, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway grants programme (EOG/21/K4/W/0048W/0175). By assessing the elements of an interior’s composition, the factors that exclude as well as activate its space were examined, as were the spatial conditions that affect building its place-based identity and which influence its activation. The study’s conclusions are illustrated using projects prepared by second-year, first-cycle students at the Faculty of Architecture of the Cracow University of Technology, enrolled in Architecture and Architecture in English programmes.