Base Diseño e Innovación. 2023 volumen 8: Biodiseño e innovación inspirada en la naturaleza
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Item Materiales emergentes y [bio-diseño] / Emerging materials and [bio-design](Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Alarcón, Jimena; Arruda, AmiltonThe ecological crisis, post-pandemic and social and political conflicts contribute to the rising price and scarcity of traditional materials. In addition, self-production and the democratisation of advanced technologies have inspired communities of designers to seek new ways of thinking, making and researching design. The research section, led by Jimena Alarcón and Amilton Arruda, brought together twenty-three materials researchers from Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, and the United States. The special issue was published at the end of 2022 and is available for download on Base's electronic platform.Item Interser. Biotextil como Alternativa Sostenible para la Industria de la Moda / Interser. Bio-Textile as a Sustainable Alternative for the Fashion Industry(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Montero Cartes, Camila PazInterser is an innovative bio-textile made from macroalgae sourced from the coasts of chile, aligning with the principles of the circular economy. This sustainable material has a regenerative life cycle, contributing significantly to the local ecosystem and the economic and social development of the communities in the Biobío region of Chile. The project integrates multiple disciplines in a collaborative and pioneering approach that promotes the advancement of bio-textile manufacturing and the use of local raw materialsItem Revalorización de residuos forestales. Bioaglomerado a partir de Eucalyptus globulus labill / Valorization of Forest Residues. Bio-Composite from Eucalyptus Globulus Labill(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Lazcano Alvarado, TrinidadIn a global context where sustainability has become an unavoidable priority, this research focuses on the capsules of eucalyptus globulus labill, an abundant by-product of the forestry industry. The potential of these capsules as a raw material for the development of a sustainable bio-composite is explored, proposing a strategy aimed at reducing industrial waste and laying the foundation for a fundamental shift in the conception and production of future materials. Through a rigorous process of development and evaluation, it is demonstrated how this approach can transform forest waste into viable and environmentally responsible solutions. With the active participation of designers, industry experts, and chemistry specialists, this work is situated within a national context that reflects a growing demand for sustainable alternatives. A critical perspective on the challenges addressed and the emerging opportunities are presented, emphasising the revaluation of natural resources and the integration of concepts from circular economy and place-based design.Item Biolumina. Lentejuelas biodegradables a partir de escamas de salmón / Biolumina. Biodegradable Sequins from Salmon Scales(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Clavel Gualda, María ValentinaBiolumina is an innovative project that combines science and fashion with a sustainable approach, aiming to transform waste from the salmon industry—particularly salmon scales—into biosequins, a biodegradable alternative to conventional sequins used in the textile industry. Fashion faces a significant environmental challenge due to the use of non-biodegradable materials such as sequins and other textile trimmings, which contribute substantially to environmental pollution. Throughout their entire life cycle, from production to final disposal. at the same time, the salmon farming industry in chile generates a large volume of organic waste, which represents an opportunity to be repurposed through more sustainable practices.Item Historia de la Fórmula 1 contada a través del diseño de circuitos / The History of Formula 1 Through Circuit Design(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Howard Amenábar, CatalinaFormula 1 is the pinnacle of motorsport and the most prestigious global motorsport category. Its growing popularity in recent years has generated academic and professional interest across disciplines such as engineering, advertising, economics, and design. in this intricate ecosystem, circuit design plays a crucial role, as it facilitates the development of the sport but also mirrors the historical, technological, and cultural evolution of formula 1 throughout the decades. This study analyses the modifications that formula 1 circuits have undergone throughout history and aims to identify the reasons for these changes. through a historical and methodological approach, the aim is to determine which trends have influenced the design of circuits and how they have impacted the development strategies and design decisions adopted in each periodItem SinestesIA. Innovación en comunicación inclusiva / SinestesIA. Inclusive Communication Innovation(Universidad de Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Estay, Antonia; Becerra, Pablo; Elsholz, Vicente; Freire, MacarenaSinestesIA is a technological platform enabling real-time and independent communication between hearing and hard of-hearing individuals. using voice recognition and real-time translation into chilean sign language or subtitles, sinestesia offers an inclusive and accessible experience, promoting equal opportunities and social integration. This innovative solution aims to break down communication barriers, providing independence and privacy for people with hearing loss in various everyday contexts.Item Texturas Mitigadoras. Diseñando un equipamiento costero innovador y resiliente / Mitigating Textures. Designing an Innovative and Resilient Coastal Facility(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Soto Barrientos, María JoséThe mitigating textures project presents an alternative design strategy for coastal infrastructure, aimed at reducing the impact of storm surges in Chile’s V region, specifically in the coastal city of Viña del Mar. The project combines advanced technologies, such as 3d printing, with the use of native vegetation to develop sustainable and locally adapted interventions. These solutions are intended to protect vulnerable coastal areas while promoting long-term resilience and fostering a more ecologically integrated urban environment.Item Kiddie Coders. Transformando la educación infantil con realidad aumentada / Kiddie Coders. Transforming Early Childhood Education with Augmented Reality(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Escobedo del Río, Florenciakiddie coders is an educational application specifically developed for children aged 4 to 5, aiming to introduce them to computational thinking and programming through an interactive digital platform that incorporates augmented reality. this project responds to the growing need to foster technological skills from an early age, leveraging children’s natural predisposition for playful learning. in an educational context where technology and logical thinking are increasingly essential, kiddie coders emerges as an innovative, accessible, and effective solution. launched in 2024, this educational tool represents an opportunity to transform how children acquire fundamental competencies for their future academic and professional development.Item Biopolimereando con diseñadores del futuro: Un proyecto de innovación y fortalecimiento de la docencia / Biopolimering with Future Designers: A project to innovate and strengthen the teaching profession(Universidad del Desarrollo. Facultad de Diseño, 2023) Johnson Sepúlveda, Estefanía; Zabala Ferrer, Antonia; Lazcano Alvarado, TrinidadIn september 2024, students from the ideation and creativity workshop at the design school of universidad del desarrollo (udd) showcased a series of accessories created through experimentation with biopolymers on the university’s boulevard. this initiative, led by instructors antonia zabala and estefanía johnson, along with designer trinidad lazcano, was made possible thanks to the teaching innovation and strengthening projects (pifd) fund of the udd centre for teaching innovation. introducing students to these concepts from the beginning of their professional training is essential in a context where responsible design and sustainability are increasingly relevant. the project, “sustainable design: creative innovation with gelatine biopolymers,” aimed to teach students about experimentation with sustainable materials and encourage their creativity in tackling complex problems through design.