A technology of kinetic art
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An even distribution of weight among the compound pendulums comprising the author's kinetic sculptures allows the sculptures to respond to the slightest of breezes. The properties of the pendulums are discussed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1993
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France: Technology a l'avant garde
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France concentrates its research and development efforts on a few priorities: basic research, industrial research, training and bioethics. Examples of research efforts in these four areas are discussed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1993
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