Material Sense: Glare Glare is a trade name for a fibre metal laminate consisting of thin aluminium sheets bonded together with glass fibre reinforces epoxy. A high-tech material that has been developed at the Delft University of Technology and currently applied as skin material in the Airbus A380. http://www.vm.lr.tudelft.nlArnold 1 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Hearo Hearo is a set of DJ-headphones uses Technogel for a better sound distribution between the sound in ear and surrounding environment. Designed by: Lars Schulze http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 2 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition Some 40 students at the Hannover University demonstrate their pre-diploma works at Material Trends 2006. The wide range of new products are all based upon one material, Technogel. http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 3 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: 2_rope 2_rope takes you higher. This ski drag lift for two includes the special needs of snowboarders. Technogel supports the equal weight distribution of its passengers. Designed by: Florian Kristen http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 4 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Tech-Light Tech-light is a portable warning lamp. The softness of the applied Technogel makes fixing and transportation of the lamp simple + removable without leaving a scratch on your precious paintwork. Designed by: Timo Janssen http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 5 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Raia Raia is maybe your future next phone – this one survives every fall and fits into the smallest pocket due to the flexible Technogel. Stretch the phone between thumb and little finger to give a call. Designed by: Henning Schamborn http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 6 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Gel-Hiker Gel-Hiker is a Nordic Walking stick that uses Technogel for more comfort by reducing pressure impact while walking. Designed by: Jun Zheng http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 7 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: ShelTec ShelTec is a breathing protection mask that uses Technogel to adapt easily to the shape of the face for a perfect fit. Filter elements are attached to the sides for better sight. Designed by: Nils Hendrik Busch http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 8 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition Some 40 students at the Hannover University demonstrate their pre-diploma works at Material Trends 2006. The wide range of new products are all based upon one material, Technogel. http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 9 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: JustRelease JustRelease is a archery bow and finger protection. The handle zone and finger protection make use of the haptic sweat-absorbent properties of Technogel to reduce tiring and improve concentration. Designed by: Jan Henemann http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 10 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: VitaGel VitaGel is an ergonomically optimized lower arm protection for crutches that supports weight distribution over the entire hand area for a better comfort. Designed by: Christoph Prössler http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 11 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Antimine Antimine is a combination Kevlar and Technogel protects those in danger of mine explosions keeping away shrapnel and pressure waves. Designed by: Martin Piero Walther http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 12 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Sentira Sentira is a personal scale with embedded pressure sensors that allows you to enjoy the visco-elasticity of Technogel. Designed by: Dörte Roloff http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 13 of 78
Technogel Student Exhibition: Prity*3 Prity*3 includes organic shaped Technogel towels that protect your hands when carrying heavy loads, for instance at work or when heavy shopping. Designed by: Yunyun Zhao http://www.dm.fh-hannover.deArnold 14 of 78
Material Sense: Update Material Sense is a community of some fifty designers, researchers and companies that share a special interest for materials in design. The 'update' exhibition includes the latest developments curated by Simone de Waart.
The design presentation / booth is by Patrick Vissers – Loods 5 Ontwerpers and Thijs Bakker. http://www.materialsense.comArnold 15 of 78
Material Sense: Update This lamp, consisting of cut out circuit board and LED lights, enables the user to construct his or her own lighting object by freely connecting the separate parts. By using circuit board as a matter of electricity transport almost no cable is needed, and the actual transport medium forms a decorative element across the wall/ceiling. The use of LED guarantees a long lifetime with low electricity use. Designed by: Jos Kranen http://www.joskranen.nlArnold 16 of 78
Material Sense: Sailcloth Dimension-Polyant manufactures sailcloth in several fabrics that can be laminated, impregnated or coated depending on the type of sails needed. The laminates enhance the structural properties and extend the lifespan of the sail. http://www.dimension-polyant.comArnold 17 of 78
Material Sense Material Sense is a community of some fifty designers, researchers and companies that share a special interest for materials in design. The 'update' exhibition includes the latest developments curated by Simone de Waart. Arnold 18 of 78
Material Sense: Update Material Sense is a community of some fifty designers, researchers and companies that share a special interest for materials in design. The 'update' exhibition includes the latest developments curated by Simone de Waart.
The design presentation / booth is by Patrick Vissers – Loods 5 Ontwerpers and Thijs Bakker. http://www.materialsense.comArnold 19 of 78
iF Material Award: Becker Belmadur An innovative wood modification makes it possible to use shaped beech wood for outdoor applications. The newly patented process makes beech veneers as dimensionally stable and weatherproof as teak and twice as hard as oak. Designed by: Fritz Becker KG http://www.becker-kg.deArnold 20 of 78
Material Sense: Solid Poetry A pattern, still invisible, will appear when the concrete's surface comes in contact with water. Since concrete is a pliable material, many different applications can be imagined: shape, size, thickness, colour, all changeable forms. Even the design of the pattern is fully adjustable and has no limits at all. Solid Poetry easily adjusts to one's own creativity and personal style.
This product is still in development and is not yet ready for sale. Designed by: Susanne Happle and Frederik Molenschot http://www.terratorium.nlArnold 21 of 78
Material Sense: Conductive ceramics Simone created lighting tiles that light up when you touch the ceramics or get close to them. The transparency of the ceramic material creates a unique visual effect. Designed by: Simone Maase http://www.simonemaase.nlArnold 22 of 78
Material Sense: steel fabric This is a baby suit for the monitoring of the heart rate and breathing using stainless stell fabric "mice". The embedded coils are made of electro conductive yarn and can wirelessly transmit data from and to the suit. The coils also provide the suit with energy therefore "batteries not included" Designed by: UGent and KULeuven, Kim Pint http://textiles.ugent.beArnold 23 of 78
Material Sense: Nanosphere Nanosphere finishing technology is based on the self-cleaning principle of the lotus plant and is nearly a perfect copy of nature. Water, stains and other substances such as ketchup, honey, oil, red wine or blood simply run off the nano-surface. Textiles with a Nanosphere Surface finish need to be washed less frequently and at lower temperatures. This leads to savings in consumption of energy, detergents and water. http://www.schoeller-textiles.comArnold 24 of 78
Material Sense: Tech-Wood Tech-Wood is a wood-plastic-composite consisting of 70% pinewood and 30% polypropylene. Tech-Wood is durable, recyclable, and friendly to the environment and therefore an excellent alternative to tropical hardwood.
With Pushtrusion, a process is based on the extrusion technology, allows the production of various profiled shapes. The product can be treated with paints or stains of any desired color. http://www.tech-wood.comArnold 25 of 78
Material Sense: Material Scouts Material Scouts are helping out visitors at Material Sense for with some background information on the displayed materials and objects. http://www.materialsense.comArnold 26 of 78
Material Sense: Rose Douce This rose-shaped decorative object is made out of Technogel. The self adhesive back allows it to be applied to any flat and shiny surface. Designed by: Keiko Altin Oyabu http://www.keikooyabu.comArnold 27 of 78
Material Sense: Pure The material is made out of 100% poly propylene (PP). Weavings of co-extruded tapes are double or triple layered to give the material its strength. The top layers have a lower melting point than the middle layers, so no glue is needed to make them stick together. The material becomes a fibre and matrix all in one. A rubber stamping process under high pressure makes it possible to freely design 3D shapes, as in the models shown here. Designed by: David Manten http://www.pure-composites.comArnold 28 of 78
Material Sense: LENZ sheet LENZ is a 3mm thick PMMA sheet creating optical illusion of moving colors and changing shapes (more info via lenz.info@planet.nl) Designed by: Bernd van der Stouw Arnold 29 of 78
Material Sense: Hylite Hylite is a super-light aluminium sandwich sheet developed at Corus. The inner thermoplast allows this metal profile to function as a smart solution for a hinge joint with excellent durability. http://www.corusgroup-hylite.comArnold 30 of 78
Material Sense: Optical lines concrete Baukje Trenning made several designs that are imprinted in concrete by placing a surface retared on the formwork. This technique was first developed by Pieri and is followed by other producers such as Hurks Beton. Designed by: Baukje Trenning http://website.hurksbeton.nlArnold 31 of 78
Material Sense: d3O technology D3O s a specially engineered material made with intelligent molecules that flow with body movement but, on shock, lock together to absorb impact energy. It is currently used as flexible protection for elbows or knees in sports. Designed by: D3O lab http://www.d3o.comArnold 32 of 78
Material Sense: ElekTex This wiresless fabric keyboard is constructed using ElekTex smart fabric interface technology. The keyboard can be wrapped around the Bluetooth electronics to fit in any bag. http://www.eleksen.comArnold 33 of 78
Material Sense: Update Material Sense is a community of some fifty designers, researchers and companies that share a special interest for materials in design. The 'update' exhibition includes the latest developments curated by Simone de Waart. http://www.materialsense.comArnold 34 of 78
Material Sense: Photochromatic Dyes Reversacol photochromatic dyes are sensitive to UV light or sunlight givingg special color effects. Several objects are designed by Maxine Kennedy and Paul Haywood such as this interactive board. Designed by: Maxine Kennedy and Paul Haywood http://www.max-kennedy.comArnold 35 of 78
Material Sense: LightFader This interactive light floor leaves trails of light when walking over the colored surface. Looking back the light prints slowly fade out and disappear. Designed by: Rogier Sterk http://www.rogiersterk.nlArnold 36 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Granite tubs Support tubs in synthetic granite that are shaped in complex forms at low cost in relation to the similar tubs in natural stone. The tubs consist of 70% recyclable matter and are designed and produced by Tridimensional Industria E Comercio Ltda (Brazil) Arnold 37 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: TiCad Goldfinger This motorised Golfcaddy out of titanium is a good example of lightweight design reducing the total weight by a factor of a third of that of a traditional golf cart. Less of the weight to enjoy more of the golf. Designed by: Ludwig Hentschel Arnold 38 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: FM20 LG Electronics applies a glossy Chrome micro-metallization for the first time on these MP3-players. This surface material is usually applied to sunglasses, cosmetic containers and other fashion items. The simple structures save on material, support easy assembly and eliminates the use of toxic flame retardants. http://www.lge.comArnold 39 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Spongiosa Metal The Spongiosa Metal represents a nique implant surface design providing space (70% porosity) for the bone growing through including nerves and blood supply. The foam-like structure consists of individual hexapods allowing optimizatio of the implant surface. http://www.eska-implants.deArnold 40 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Ceramic sharpeners Extremly hard technical ceramic (Al203) is the material for the body and the cutting edges of the sharpener: easy to clean, resistant against wear and corrosion, light and smooth.
The design and manufacturing has been realized in a cooperation between the Ceramics group of the University Bremen and the University Of The Arts, Bremen. http://www.ceramics.uni-bremen.deArnold 41 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Pearlnera Pearlnera consists of mineral-bound glass beads without any polymeres that can be tooled like stone. The material is special because of its environmental friendly production, disposal and thermal load. Designed by: material raum form http://www.material-raum-form.comArnold 42 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Blu Canela These special vase series "Blu Canela" are produced using a form casting process. The titanium coat incorporates glass, ceramic and stainless steel. The used plasma metallization technique was originally developed for aerospace research. Designed by: Rosenthal AG, Harry and Camila http://www.rosenthal.deArnold 43 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: FX ONE The use of aluminium tubes and fibreglass reinforced plastics make functionality and lightness come together. Smart construction of aluminium components and function integration make this a comfortable masterpiece in the world of wheelchairs. Designed by: Christof Meier (Realo Produktdesign) http://www.meyra.deArnold 44 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: LINK Eyewear L.I.N.K. applies the buckle joint concept of securing the temple to the frame front with a fork-like shape. No screws, no soldering, no tools, but instead a smart combination of stainless steel and plastic temple tips. This innovative eyewear is manufactured by Eye-Biz Pte Ltd (Singapore) Designed by: Mr Yang Wah Kiang and Mr Zhang Andong Arnold 45 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Wash basin Cubas para pia modelo 1, a wash basin made out of recycled toothpaste tube agglomerates (25% aluminium and 75% low-density polypropylene) with aluminium grills for placing soaps. Designed by: Fabiola Bergamo, Design Box Arnold 46 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Cosmic Rock Cosmic Rock is a composite material that consists of salt and epoxy resin that can be cast or poured to create both simple and complex forms. LEDs casted inside the material creates a warm collection of light glows. Designed by: Jonathan Krawczuk http://www.krawczuk.itArnold 47 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Home Delivery Home Delivery offers a flexible living space for singles made of Styropor. Individual elements can be ordered and combined to create a unique living space (more info via: jan.domin@gmx.de) Designed by: Jan Domin http://www.fh-mainz.deArnold 48 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Ergonomic Violin The main component of this violin is a lightweight carbon component, stable in changing weather conditions. Interchangeable frames support a 'self-supporting' grip addressing the problem of playing injuries in violinists' necks (more info via: tyche83t@hotmail.com) Designed by: Tricia Ho http://www.unsw.edu.auArnold 49 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Touch Rubik Cube The Touch Rubik Cube is an example of making use of the most fundamental attributes of different everyday materials to redesign the most traditional toys and games, making them also playable for blind people. Designed by: Chen Zhiliang http://www.zju.edu.cn/english/Arnold 50 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: denty Denty is a silicone tooth brush holder. The applied silicone provides a unique aesthetic and durability for an everyday product. Designed by: Juliane Witte http://www.hbks.uni-sb.deArnold 51 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: Curveboard The idea was to reduce the forces acting on the human body during skating. Technogel was the answer and resulting in two dampers. By combining gel and carbon Christian creates a new and unique skate feeling. Designed by: Christian Grajewski http://www.fh-hannover.deArnold 52 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: one-time-use bib This bib comes from the roll for one-time-use. The material consists of grow again maize starch which is completely degradable and fits products that don't have to be long lasting (more info via: meike.vincentz@gmx.de) Designed by: Meike Vincentz http://www.fh-hannover.deArnold 53 of 78
iF Material Award 2006: PC Canvas Fed up with traditional PC casings? Xing proposes this metal-coated and radiation proof fabric to style your computer casing and have it your way. Designed by: Xing http://www.zju.edu.cn/english/Arnold 54 of 78
Material Connexion Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications. Arnold 55 of 78
Material Connexion Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications. Arnold 56 of 78
Material Connexion: Soft wood Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
This panel combines the formal and visual qualities of multi-layered wood with the softness of a fabric, currently used for furnitures (MC INDEX 1502-01) Arnold 57 of 78
Material Connexion: Acoustic panels Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
Expanded Polypropylene pellets are bonded together to create a lightweight, non-fibrous sound absorbing panel (MC INDEX 5174-02) Arnold 58 of 78
Material Connexion: Acrylic chips Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
Transparent and translucent acrylic chips embedded into concrete that create unique optical effects. 100% PMMA light pipes are incorporated into the tiles to refracts light and create 'shadowing' from movement near the material (MC INDEX 5058-01) Arnold 59 of 78
Material Connexion: Laser cut fur Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
Fur is laser cut to create 3D patterns for decorative applications. The faux fur is 100% acrylic with a cotton and wool backing (MC INDEX 5304-02) Arnold 60 of 78
Material Connexion: Sculptural textile Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
A closed cell polyurethane (PUR) foam is fused to vinyl (PC) coated knit fleece and molded into 'egg-crate' flexible forms (MC INDEX 5268-01) Arnold 61 of 78
Material Connexion: Surface panel Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
Hand-poured resin surface panel. The resin panel is sandwiched between two clear sheets of Polycarbonate or acrylic (MC INDEX 4955-01) Arnold 62 of 78
Material Connexion: PLAY Shelf Karsten, Material Researcher at Material Connexion, surprises me when he explains me how this part is a 100% molded EPP piece – no use of laminates at all. The (black) surface structure is result of a metal mesh inside the mold that results in this textured EPP shelve. Designed by: Antoine Phelouzat http://62.154.252.150/pages/product_playArnold 63 of 78
Material Connexion: Q-Couch Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
The Q-couch element is available in eight colors that can be arranged re-arranged anyway you want it.
Q-Couch has been realized using an EPP (Expanded Polypropylene) foam technology allowing tailored aesthetic surfaces and finishing. Designed by: Frederik van Heereveld http://62.154.252.150/pages/product_couchArnold 64 of 78
Material Connexion Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications. http://www.materialconnexion.comArnold 65 of 78
Material Connexion: Q-Couch Material Connexion presents a selection of materials and applications.
The Q-couch element is available in eight colors that can be arranged re-arranged anyway you want it.
Q-Couch has been realized using an EPP (Expanded Polypropylene) foam technology allowing tailored aesthetic surfaces and finishing. Designed by: Frederik van Heereveld http://62.154.252.150/pages/product_couchArnold 66 of 78
Material Trends 2006 "Material Trends" is a special presentation at the Hannover Messe that had its first episode last year. Organized by iF International Forum Design, the special display material trends provides a unique insight into all the latest developments. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 67 of 78
Material Trends 2006 The Hannover Messe is a global showcase for the trends, innovations and key technologies of tomorrow's industrial world. http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 68 of 78
Material Trends 2006 Organized by iF International Forum Design, the special display material trends provides a unique insight into all the latest developments. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 69 of 78
Material Trends 2006 Grüter Interior Architects took care of the exhibition concept using minimal (construction) materials with a maximum effect. Designed by: Grüter Interior Architects http://www.grueter-innenarchitektur.comArnold 70 of 78
Material Trends 2006 "Material Trends" is organized by iF International Forum Design, the special display material trends provides a unique insight into all the latest developments. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 71 of 78
Material Trends 2006 Grüter Interior Architects took care of the exhibition concept using minimal (construction) materials with a maximum effect. Arnold 72 of 78
Color and Material Lab: Paints and effects The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design.
Berlac is one of their partners displaying paints and effects. http://www.berlac.comArnold 73 of 78
Color and Material Lab: Electroluminescent light foils The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design.
Schreiner VarioLight is one of their partners displaying electroluminescent light foils. http://www.schreiner-group.de/wEnglisch/schreiner_variolight/index.shtmlArnold 74 of 78
Color and Material Lab: Technical textiles The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design.
Textile Research Institute Thuringia (titv) is one of their partners displaying technical textiles and flexible materials. http://www.titv-greiz.deArnold 75 of 78
Color and Material Lab: Foil techniques The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design.
Kurz is one of their partners here displaying foil techniques. http://www.kurz.deArnold 76 of 78
Color and Material Lab: Effect pigments The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design.
Merck is one of their partners displaying effect pigments. http://www.merck-pigments.comArnold 77 of 78
Color and Material Lab The Color & Material Lab at designafairs in Munich acts as a research office and platform for those who are interested in material innovation in design. http://www.designafairs.comArnold 78 of 78
Material Trends 2006 follows up on last years special event at the Hannover Fair featuring the latest news in materials and design. This is where Material Connexion, Material Sense and Designafairs present their latest material collections, design students display new Technogel concepts and winners gather to receive the prestigious iF material award.