Computational methods and technologies: reflections on their impact on design and education
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2012
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Gu, N.
Ostwald, M.J.
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Source details - Title: Computational design methods and technologies: applications in CAD, CAM and CAE education, 2012, Ch.23, pp.412-419
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Computational Design Methods and Technologies: Applications in CAD, CAM and CAE Education surveysfive major categories of contemporary computational technologies and explores their applications in,and interactions with, design and design education. The five categories of technologies are: Generativeand parametric design systems; BIM; collaborative virtual environments; virtual and augmented realitysystems; and interactive and intelligent environments. This final chapter reflects on the impact ofthese computational design methods and technologies, using Ostwald’s System-enabler Model as anunderlying conceptual structure. The chapter explores changing relations between the representational,proportional, indexical, and operational systems in the design process, as well as emerging opportunitiesand challenges that arise from these methods and technologies. The impact of these new technologiesand approaches is also discussed in the context of design education. The chapter draws together thissignificant body of work in order to provide a point of reference for the interpretation and critique ofthe new design knowledge and phenomenon encompassed in the five categories.
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Copyright 2012 IGI Global