How Long to Read Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century

How Long Does it Take to Read Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 3 minutes to read Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century by Brook S. Kennedy

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century presents a new approach to design that harnesses still-valuable alternative, traditional and abandoned technologies alongside the creation of new ones to address contemporary global problems. It focuses on design opportunities that reduce energy and material consumption to tackle issues such as climate change and pollution in industrialized economies. The book takes the reader on a journey surveying different facets of human activity to identify underused and discarded technologies that could be indispensable today. It critically addresses newer approaches to design and technology by comparing them to existing alternatives, unpacking examples including air conditioning with smart thermostats, electric lighting, durable reusable products, domestic maintenance tools and methods of transportation. Written for practicing designers and students in industrial design, architecture, sustainable design and human-centered design, this book provides new ideas and tools for creating more useful, energy-and-resource-efficient product designs and systems.

How long is Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century?

Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century by Brook S. Kennedy is 182 pages long, and a total of 45,864 words.

This makes it 61% the length of the average book. It also has 56% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to read Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century aloud.

What Reading Level is Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century?

Reimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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