WASTE MACHINE

This design research project examines the opportunities for creative machinery, crafting, and fabrication using e-waste by repurposing discarded technological components into new devices, tools, and processes. Through this exploration, we developed physical computing skills by disassembling, prototyping, and reimagining discarded technology.

The project highlights how technological progress often obscures the lifecycle of devices. As newer machines replace older ones, vast quantities of components are left underutilized, stored, or discarded. By investigating these cycles, we learn to harness parts from obsolete devices, exploring their potential for integration into new machines.

This iterative process involves a complex interplay of components, knowledge, and code, reflecting the challenges and creativity required to bring such machines to life. This research is an ongoing journey, blending technical skill development with a critical reflection on the cycles of technology and waste.