Moderne zgrade s prozorima od poda do stropa pružaju spektakularne poglede, ali zahtijevaju mnogo energije za hlađenje. Doris Kim Sung radi s termo-bimetalima, pametnim materijalima koji se ponašaju poput ljudske kože, dinamični su, reagiraju i mogu zakloniti sobu od sunca te sami je  prozračivaju.

Doris Kim Sung: Metal koji diše

Modern skyscrapers with vast glass facades depend heavily on air conditioning, wasting energy and overheating cities. Inspired by the way human skin responds to heat, a new generation of building materials called thermo-bimetals can shade, ventilate, and adapt without using any power or controls. Early prototypes include 14,000 unique metal pieces that curl and move as sunlight shifts, letting buildings cool themselves naturally. This approach could eliminate the need for blinds, shutters, and even some traditional ventilation systems.

Buildings Can Breathe Like Skin With Smart Metals

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Doris Kim Sung: Doris Kim Sung: Metal koji diše