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Gilbert Simondon - The Evolution of Technics/Technical Reality

Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

CHAPTER

Entropic Interconnections: Technology and Nature

This chapter explores the concept of the 'body without organs' by examining the synergy between living organisms and technical objects. It highlights the transformative potential of harnessing wasted energy, using examples like hybrid car engines to illustrate how technology dynamically interacts with natural systems. The discussion further examines the philosophical implications of this integration, suggesting that understanding the associated milieu is crucial for technological advancement and the evolution of functionality.

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