Kate Stone: DJ decks made of ... paper

The speaker discusses their journey of making paper interactive by combining technology and creativity. They share personal stories from childhood experiments with wires to working on a sheep farm in Australia, drawing parallels between herding sheep and moving electrons during their Ph.D. research. The speaker then describes their venture into printing conductive inks to create interactive paper, overcoming skepticism from traditional printers. They showcase various interactive projects, such as a cake-picking poster and an energy-efficient building design, emphasizing the connection between physical and digital worlds. The presentation concludes with demonstrations of creative technology applications, including a DJ turntable and sound board.

What was the speaker's childhood interest that led to their current work?

• Exploring wireless technology

• Creating interactive paper

• Building robots

• Designing video games

What did the speaker learn from their experience on the farm in Australia?

• Sheep are inherently intelligent

• Changing the environment can influence behavior

• Technology is not useful in farming

• Farming is an easy job

How did the speaker relate their Ph.D. work to their farm experience?

• Both were about building fences

• Both were unrelated experiences

• Both required changing environments to achieve goals

• Both involved working with animals

What challenge did the speaker face when starting their printing project?

• Difficulty in finding conductive inks

• Skepticism from printers about the feasibility

• High cost of materials

• Lack of interest from the public

What is the purpose of the interactive cake poster created by the speaker?

• To display cake recipes

• To suggest a perfect cake based on user interaction

• To sell cakes online

• To teach baking skills

What technology is used in the interactive newspaper project?

• Wireless headphones

• Virtual reality

• Augmented reality

• 3D printing

How does the energy-efficient poster encourage better energy usage?

• By changing colors based on energy trends

• By sending alerts to smartphones

• By offering discounts on energy bills

• By displaying energy statistics

What is the main goal of the speaker's interactive projects?

• To reduce costs

• To sell more products

• To create engaging experiences

• To replace traditional media

What is the speaker's approach to overcoming challenges in their projects?

• Avoiding risks

• Using creativity and determination

• Following traditional methods

• Seeking external help

What does the speaker emphasize about technology in their work?

• Technology is a tool for creating experiences

• Technology should be invisible

• It's all about the technology

• Technology is the end goal