Infinite Oregano
Wednesday, June 18th, 2008 Posted in Books, Real World | No Comments »I dislike simply linking to entertaining articles, but sometimes you have to do it. In a way, there is relevance here, as a recent thread of discussion on the Mongoose forum queried the future of PARANOIA and wondered what a ...
Living in a Box
Monday, June 9th, 2008 Posted in Real World | No Comments »The lack of space experienced in many countries coupled with innovative architects makes for some Alpha Complex-like prospects, seeking to “maximize urban density, construct artificial natures, [and] let data-crunching computers do the design workâ€. This article, focussed on the work of ...
A Study in Paranoia
Tuesday, April 8th, 2008 Posted in Real World | No Comments »It would appear that the extent of real world paranoia varies considerably, as a recent study with a virtual underground ride has shown, and can turn the most benign environment into a harrowing, stress-filled experience. PARANOIA portrays a world where ...
Motivational Timekeeping
Saturday, March 29th, 2008 Posted in Gadgets and Gear, Real World | No Comments »Seems to me that this would be the perfect timepiece for the average Troubleshooter. No point trying to fool yourself!
Current Patch Job
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008 Posted in Gadgets and Gear, Real World | No Comments »I need to get out more… I seem to find far too much mileage returning to the New Scientist home page again and again. This time - current controlled drug delivery from a specially treated patch (got to love the ...
It’s Flexitime
Monday, February 11th, 2008 Posted in Real World, Service and Society | No Comments »The flexible display offers considerable potential in offering continuous output through unusual mediums. While email and news delivered through your coffee mug might be a little off the wall, what could HPD & MC or PLC do with similarly flexible ...
Mutant Samurai Troubleshooters
Saturday, February 9th, 2008 Posted in Gadgets and Gear, Real World | No Comments »Those eggheads in R&D have come up with an innovative new lightweight armor, intended to provide optimum protection with reduced weight. Yes, Armed Forces are sceptical - so R&D want some willing, energetic and enthusiastic Troubleshooters to trial the new ...
Under Decoration
Thursday, February 7th, 2008 Posted in Real World, Underplex | No Comments »Art on pavements and in drains… Forget Communist scrawls and rusted biohazard signs - what would Troubleshooters make of this stuff1 scattered across the surfaces of the Underplex?
New Science Means STUFF
Monday, February 4th, 2008 Posted in Gadgets and Gear, Real World | No Comments »I have found a new home for my inquiring mind when seeking out new Stuff… New Scientist has an excellent series of articles on new inventions, and after only three articles I found myself cackling with glee. Take the 3rd December ...
Tales of the Unexpected
Friday, February 1st, 2008 Posted in Gadgets and Gear, Real World | No Comments »Canadian researchers have been investigating eye-tracking technology that can make advantageous use of knowing where people are more or less likely to look. In the real world, it could ensure that vital information appears in the best possible place in ...
