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Prism Glass Windows Making a Comeback
Steve Daley writes "Prism window glass like Luxfer was big back in the 19th century, but now it seems to be making a high-tech comeback in Japan, where several companies are commercializing similar technology that gets enough natural light into factories and offices to do away with electric lighting. It's easy on the pocket and the planet."
This should cut back significantly on the amount of vampire activity in dark, corporate areas.
This sig isn't original enough, it's time to come up with something witty...
Ladies and gentlemen, I give you a world first! A Slashdot post that praises windows!
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How do you keep the concentrated beam of light from starting a fire?
Aim it at someone in Sales?
A big deal was made of the natural lighting system at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa when it was built 20 years ago. There's a NY Times article:
The light tumbles in from light monitors lined with Mylar, so it reflects as it bounces down into the gallery, and it is exquisite and constantly changing.
I don't exactly spend my free time hanging out there, but if I was to choose a gallery to hang out in, this would be it.
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...I want a quality date in Japan!
Forget thrust, drag, lift and weight. Airplanes fly because of money.
Having a prism screen filter would allow me to better fill my basement with the soft green glow of Slashdot. 70% on the ceiling, 20% on the floor. The remaining 10% will hit my face in a vain attempt to color my pale complexion.