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Gilbert Simondon - The Evolution of Technics/Technical Reality

Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

CHAPTER

The Limits of Hyper-Specialization

This chapter explores hyper-specialization in technical objects, highlighting its potential to create maladaptive designs that struggle with diverse use. It examines the interplay between technical frameworks and societal structures, advocating for a context-dependent interpretation of humanistic values. Additionally, the chapter investigates the historical relationship between cinema and warfare, illustrating how technological advancements in these fields interlinked during World War I.

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