Maxwell Render

WOW.....this is what I need~~

- Maxwell is a new render engine based on the physics of real light. Its algorithms and equations reproduce the behavior of light in a completely accurate way. All of the elements in Maxwell, such as light emitters, material shaders, cameras etc., are entirely based on physically accurate models.
- Maxwell’s method of calculation always converges to the correct solution without introducing artifacts due to the fact that it is an unbiased renderer.
- It can fully capture all light interactions between all elements in a scene. All lighting calculations are performed using spectral information and high dynamic range data.
- Maxwell operates as a stand-alone command line application that targets many different enviroments like high-end rendering, architectural, production, and scientific.
- The beta version of Maxwell has been released for Windows 32, Linux and Mac OS X platforms. This version includes plugin connections to 3dsMax, Viz, Maya, Lightwave, Rhino, Solidworks, ArchiCAD, Cinema 4D, formZ and Sketchup. Additionally, other file formats will be supported such as .obj, .lwo, .nff, .3ds, .xms, and .stl.
- Maxwell includes features such as material editor, light editor or tone-mapping (all based in physically accurate models). The 1.0 RC version provides both GUI and command line functionality.

http://www.maxwellrender.com/whats.htm

PCB to 3D CAD - you need it or you don't

Wednesday, February 15
Just had word that the chaps at Priware have launched a new version of their CircuitWorks app. If you haven't seen it before, it allows SolidWorks users to take PCB data (typically, an IDF file) and import it into the world of 3D. The system handles all the board lay-out and hole cutting, component geometry building and part positioning. There's a core of the same product built directly into the SoldiWorks product these days, which is pretty low level stuff, so if you want to import PCB data, perhaps make some mods and reexport that data to your PCB supplier or team, then you'll need the full version...
Of course, if you don't have anything to do with PCB, then you'll have just wasted a couple of minutes reading this, so apologies..

http://www.core77.com/blog/archive/200602.asp

big design's design process

naoto's package

what a great packages!

designed by Naoto Fukasawa

bookshelf - Concept Computer

The "Bookshelf” concept computer eliminates most common problems in the multi-media entertainment business today; digital content copyrights and inconvenient accessibility. The "Bookshelf" operates with add on hardware attachments supplied by digital service providers which controls the copyright issues but still accommodate convenience and portability that is expected from computer users of today. As the users acquire hardware attachments from digital service providers of their choice, the "Bookshelf" expands into a multi -media library. Each individual hardware attachment is configured to download and play contents and also moderate copyrights. The concept envisions a new infra-structure of digital media and how consumers will interact with them in the near future. Addition to its' stationary use, hardware attachments may be pulled off the shelf to be used elsewhere.

DESIGN: Sungho Son / Purdue University

http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2006/jan06/01-04PCDesign.mspx

bluetooth stereo earset

bluetooth stereo earset from menntel


http://www.manntel.com

iPod Radio Remote

iPod Radio Remote
Listen to FM radio on your iPod and control everything with a convenient wired remote. You also get a set of earphones with a shorter cable that's a perfect fit for the remote. Compatible with iPod nano and iPod with video.

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore?productLearnMore=MA070G/A

Naoto Fukasawa design

http://www.au.kddi.com/au_design_project/seihin/neon/index.html