Hannover Fair: Offsite The Hannover Fair is an annual showplace for industrial technologies, materials and product ideas. The fair opens its doors for five days for some 230,000 visitors catching up on the latest developments. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 1 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite Green sites and fountains at the fair grounds provide the necessary cooling down at the warm start of the Hannover Fair. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 2 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite Turkey is this year's 'partner country' at the Hannover Fair, creating a platform to stimulate business between Germany, Turkey and the rest of the world. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 3 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite Trade fair gadgets and giveaways seem great toys for kids. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 4 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite The annual technology fair also seems to attract robotic visitors. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 5 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite This display demonstrates very well the challenge of product development where different suppliers are taking care of different parts of the whole product. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 6 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite The BIOKON platform for bionics demonstrated some exiting but confidential research projects inspired by nature – picturing this featherweight helicopter was harmless. http://www.biokon.netArnold 7 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite Visitors of the Hannover Fair enjoyed an (almost) clear blue sky. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 8 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite During the Hannover Fair the World Energy Dialogue 2007 takes place to discuss possibilities for better and more sustainable energy resource management. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 9 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite At Hall 12 we find a huge windmill part adding some weight to the energy discussion that takes place during the Hannover Fair. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 10 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite We learn that stands can be very basic if your products are at the size of a meeting room. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 11 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite Also the Rinspeed zaZen is parked at Bayer MaterialScience. This car is showcased as a kind of "automotive enlightenment" on four wheels. The car pushes transparency with a transparent Makrolon hardtop and Technogel supported seats. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 12 of 75
Hannover Fair: Offsite At Bayer MaterialScience we find the Rinspeed Senso. This concept car is probably world's most sensuous car by for instance making the interior colors adjust to the driver's physical condition. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 13 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition Material Connexion Cologne takes care of a materials update at Material Trends, a special show during the Hannover Fair (Germany) on material news and developments. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 14 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition 'Live material testing' by Techno Carbon who demonstrates us the stiffness of this ski which is based upon natural stone reinforced with carbon fibers. http://www.technocarbon.deArnold 15 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition Carbon fiber products seem to cherish local craftsmanship. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 16 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition Two dimensional textiles are being processed into 3D designs such as dots, ridges, diamond-shapes, etc. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 17 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition FoldTex is a smart sandwich which combines machined plywood substrate with a tear proof textile. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 18 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition Back printing retro-reflective textiles adds graphic and color variations for reflective surfaces. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 19 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition EPE is Expanded Polyethylene, it looks just like EPS foam but when touched we experience its cushioning factor. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 20 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition SensiTile's Terrazzo has an integrate light-conducting matrix creating a magical play of light. http://www.sensitile.comArnold 21 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition SENSACELL's responsive building blocks light up when visitors move along its front face. http://www.sensacell.comArnold 22 of 75
Material Trends: Material Connexion Exhibition Along a green stroke Material Connexion presents a series of products featuring the added value of materials. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 23 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Material Sense moves its highlights from the Netherlands to Hannover for this year's Material Trends, a special show during the Hannover Fair (Germany) on material news and developments. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 24 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition This is 'Spider', one of the recycled toy creatures by Tobias Rockenfeld. By combining parts of old electrical and mechanical toys with everyday materials a new species of toys evolves. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 25 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Material Sense moves its highlights from the Netherlands to Hannover for this year's Material Trends, a special show during the Hannover Fair (Germany) on material news and developments. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 26 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition This series of products is from Mexico based upon corn stalks which are glued together with natural adhesives to create three dimensional shapes. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 27 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Diane Steverlynck produced these cardboard blankets manufactured with worn boxes. Unlike cardboard boxes their texture is surprisingly supple and soft. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 28 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition BARKTEX textiles is based on the bark of 'ficus natalensis' trees. This new type Barktex Fluffy is a felted version, a composite of BARKTEX and felt. http://www.barkcloth.deArnold 29 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition The Solar Lampion by Damian O'Sullivan Design uses solar cells to store the sun's energy during day and release it at night whenever you need it through integrated LED's. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 30 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Material Sense moves its highlights from the Netherlands to Hannover for this year's Material Trends, a special show during the Hannover Fair (Germany) on material news and developments. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 31 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Lumisty is a glass film that changes transparency upon the viewer's angle. In other words, if we walk past this Lumisty applied piece of glass its surface becomes fogged. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 32 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition 'Future Fur' is by Bart Hess featuring a world where nature and technology are one - here, animalistic and fetish instincts require a new kind of 'high-tech fur'. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 33 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition 'Future Fur' is by Bart Hess featuring a world where nature and technology are one - here, animalistic and fetish instincts require a new kind of 'high-tech fur'. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 34 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Dutch designer Lonny van Rijswijck used the clay she dug up in various parts of the Netherlands to make tableware. Every cup and saucer has a different origin with different color shades and clay textures expressing the 'local identity' of the material. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 35 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Dutch designer Lonny van Rijswijck used the clay she dug up in various parts of the Netherlands to make tableware. Every cup and saucer has a different origin with different color shades and clay textures expressing the 'local identity' of the material. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 36 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Powerless lighting takes its next step according to Energlo's worlds first glow-in-the-dark waterproof and breathable fabric. This piece of fabric should glow at least three hours after only 10 minutes light exposure. http://www.energlo.caArnold 37 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Study of a vase in Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) by Villa Rocca. http://www.villarocca.comArnold 38 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition The LightClip is an escape route indicator. Simply attach the arrow to tube lights or wall fixtures and they will guide your way out in case of sudden electrical failure. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 39 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition The Black Bullsit is a glass-fiber reinforced polyester piece by Weyers & Borms which can be used as seating object or hung on the wall. http://www.weyersborms.comArnold 40 of 75
Material Trends: Material Sense Exhibition Material Sense moves its highlights from the Netherlands to Hannover for this year's Material Trends, a special show during the Hannover Fair (Germany) on material news and developments. http://www.materialsense.nlArnold 41 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends, a special show at this year's Hannover Fair featuring material news and developments. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 42 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 43 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends.
These are results of a design project exploring different materials and processing techniques for clothing hangers. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 44 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends.
These are results of a design project exploring different materials and processing techniques for clothing hangers. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 45 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends.
These are results of a design project exploring different materials and processing techniques for clothing hangers. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 46 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends. This is the VOC, Viewer-Operation-Control, an unmanned flying machine envisioned for the year 2020 to support peace or rescue teams on location. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 47 of 75
Material Trends: Coburg Students Exhibition Student projects by the University of Applied Sciences in Coburg presented at Material Trends, a special show at this year's Hannover Fair featuring material news and developments. http://www.fh-coburg.deArnold 48 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Kaynemaile Mesh is a mesh structure made out of solid shapes made from Makrolon polycarbonate. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 49 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Creacrete is by Alexa Lixfeld showing how special processing and finishing gives concrete a smooth glossy surface and resistance to acid and stains. Her exploration demonstrates that concrete has the potential to be used for thin-walled and more compact objects. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 50 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition A dynamo is an example of how the interaction of a magnet and wire coil can produce electrical power. Integrating this concept in suspension systems makes it possible to use the motion of shock absorbers to generate electricity. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 51 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition PRITY*3 consists out of three Technogel parts that have great pressure distribution qualities and offers hand protection for shopping bags or other heavy loads. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 52 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Ecofriendly Seats by Regina Sigmaringa provide a sustainable alternative to fiberglass reinforced products, the U-shaped piece is made of a polyester resin reinforced with the natural fiber raphia, the seat itself (left-side) consists of pure raphia fiber. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 53 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Living in a wired world, this Velcro-like wall socket concept serves as a reminder for us to unplug our electrical products once a while. This piece of convenience contributes to a changing consumer behavior towards conserving energy and helping the environment. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 54 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Exhibition of the iF Material Award 2007 winners at Material Trends, a special show at this year's Hannover Fair in Germany featuring material news and developments. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 55 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Andrea Tensing looked at the way designers collect, organize and experiment with and is inspired by materials. 'Material Atelier' is her studio concept that supports the way designers work with materials. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 56 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition 'Snow Light' is an electric safety light concept based upon a long strip integrated into the ski and hooked up to a small 12V battery to create electrical luminescence. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 57 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Exhibition of the iF Material Award 2007 winners at Material Trends, a special show at this year's Hannover Fair in Germany featuring material news and developments. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 58 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition CONBAM's innovative bamboo joining technique makes it possible to create efficient and aesthetic appealing connections for structures that use bamboo as fast renewable resource. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 59 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Midas Metall is a spray-on metallic skin for indoor and outdoor use. The surface consists of 90% metallic powder (e.g. bronze, copper, steel, aluminum, etc.) and 10% binding agent and acquires a typical metallic patina over time. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 60 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Aloslide is made of alumina ceramics. The track system for jumping hills use the self polishing behavior of ceramics and offers a snow-like sliding quality throughout the whole year. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 61 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition This dual-mesh membrane is based upon a new production process WOVENIT that gives more design freedom and economical production of quality chair rest coverings. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 62 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition The hinge part of a monitor is normally a complicated mechanical structure. Samsung's Syncmaster monitor features a rubber part as simple and effective alternative. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 63 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Samsung electronics moves away from the plastic and metallic looks of mobile phones by using leather fabric in-mold labeling to create a warm and leather-like feel. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 64 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition BackPlate is a new way of mounting glass using flat metal surfaces that protrude from the glass, an alternative to clamping it or drilling holes. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 65 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Royal Mosa breaks with the convention that glazing always results in a shiny tile. Their new glazing technology combines the functional properties of glazing with the perception of a matt tile. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 66 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Ecoflex is a waterproof, printable biodegradable plastic, for instance very well suited for packaging applications. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 67 of 75
Material Trends: iF Material Award 2007 Exhibition Nya Nordiska's textile 'Metallo' has been transformed into a decorative cover strip for car interiors. Using a non-pressure casting technique the fabric's surface remains unchanged. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 68 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 69 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 70 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 71 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 72 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. iF Managing Director Ralph Wiegmann warming up the 18 prizewinners. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 73 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 74 of 75
Material Trends 2007: Award Ceremony April 16th, the winners of the iF Material Award 2007 are gathered at iF Design's headquarters for the award ceremony. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 75 of 75
Hannover Fair's "Material Trends 2007" is an ode to the stuff our products are made of. Here we meet the people and products behind the iF material award 2007, get inspired by material exhibitions and learn about student projects at German design schools.