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Free Universal Construction Kit Bridges Generations of Toys

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LEGOs, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys … what do they have in common? They each represent a universe of constructive possibilities, but each is incompatible with the next, like alien planets with their own unique atmospheres. Until now, that is.

With the advent of 3D printing technology, individuals can now print their own pieces and connect the dots (and logs and bricks) between ten disparate worlds of childhood fun: Lego®, Duplo®, Fischertechnik®, Gears! Gears! Gears!®, K’Nex®, Krinkles®, Bristle Blocks®, Lincoln Logs®, Tinkertoys®, Zome®, ZomeTool® and Zoob®.

Adapters can be downloaded from Thingiverse.com and other sharing sites as a set of 3D models in .STL format, suitable for reproduction by personal manufacturing devices like the Makerbot (an inexpensive, open-source 3D printer).

“The Free Universal Construction Kit is a collection of nearly 80 adapter bricks that enable complete interoperability between ten popular children’s construction toys. By allowing any piece to mate with any other, the Kit encourages totally new forms of intercourse between otherwise closed systems — enabling radically hybrid Constructivist play and the creation of heretofore impossible designs. (For example, one of the pieces adapts Legos® to Tinkertoys®.) As with other grassroots interoperability remedies, the Free Universal Construction Kit implements proprietary protocols in order to provide a public service unmet, or unmeetable, by corporate interests.”

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3D Floating Graffiti: Brilliant Interactive Alleyway Art Illusions

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Our minds are addicted to making order out of chaos and finding patterns in noise. This stunning perspectival art project takes the wonderfully windy streets of São Paulo, Brazil and layers a new level of meaning on their walls.

Boa Mistura is a Spanish art collective that engaged the community around this intervention. Helped by local families – children in particular – they painted words of hope and inspiration (including terms that translate as beauty, pride and love) that the observer must shift to see.

Each piece involves a single bold-colored backdrop on which one capital-lettered word stands out – in the photos, it almost looks unreal.

These 3D illusions break apart from anything but the perfect view, but in their deconstruction are also strangely beautiful and eye-catching – another dynamic element and splash of color in the complex streets and alleys of the city.

“The work of Boa Mistura is all about the love of graffiti, colour and life. This group of 5 Spanish artists is, as the name says, a good mixture. Arkoh, Derko, Pahg, Purone and Rdick have developed their work in different fields, applying both a diversity of styles and the different views of each member.”

“Boa Mistura represents a mixture of perspectives which complement, influence and mix themselves together in order to create something better. From graffiti and mural painting, to graphic design and illustration, Boa Mistrua want to give the world its colour back. 5 heads, 10 hands, just one heart.

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Goldfish Salvation By Riusuke Fukahori

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In case you are not one of the 1.3 million+ viewers who’ve seen this captivating video circulating the blogoshpere — here you go!

Japanese artist, Riusuke Fukahori takes us inside his studio as he prepared for his recently opened solo exhibition, Goldfish Salvation at the ICN Gallery in London. Watch in amazement as Riusuke’s masterful process of painting is infused with layers of clear resin to create some jaw-dropping 3-D sculptures of swimming fish.

Photos courtesy of Dominic Alves

Vans & Fuel Games Present: Pool Service – 3D iPhone Skate Game

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Pool Service - 3D iPhone Skate Game

Gamers looking for the ultimate skate experience for iPhone and iPod touch can stop their quest as Vans and Fuel Games release Vans SK8: Pool Service, a 3D skate game, which retails for $4.99.

In Vans Sk8: Pool Service, players ride as one of Vans’ sponsored skaters, Bucky Lasek or Omar Hassan, hitting the abandoned rec center pool and competing in one of ten different events. The game features customizable boards and wheels, unlockable tricks, and rich 3D gameplay making full use of the iPhone’s accelerometer and multi-touch functions.

Vans SK8: Pool Service Features:

* Vans pro riders Bucky Lasek and Omar Hassan included along with their real voices
* Rich 3D graphics that push the standards of current iPhone games
* Choose from 20 different board designs including skaters’ official boards from Black Label and Element
* Customize your own music playlist from a library including The Methadones, Slowride, Penuckle
* Put your skills to the test by unlocking 30 different Achievements
* Compete in 10 different events ranging from easy to difficult
* 13 different tricks including a special trick for each rider

The game can be downloaded here.

More views from the new Vans Sk8: Pool Service game follow after the jump.

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