Reverse Engineering is a term that comes originally from the field of mechanical engineering. Reverse Engineering indicates the process of analysing an existing object or system by laying out its construction plan to then rebuild it in every detail. This manner of reconstruction allows for modifications and adjustments to new demands and requirements, it signifies creative appropriation, democratisation of knowledge, further development. The contributions in this volume take Reverse Engineering to another level, applying it to the fields of arts, sciences and politics in an attempt to reveal the procedures of culture and technology at work, and the importance of access, knowledge and skills in reshaping our present times and future.
Edited by:
Gunther Friesinger, Jana Herwig Imprint: Transcript Verlag Country of Publication: Germany Dimensions:
Height: 23mm,
Width: 15mm,
Spine: 2mm
Weight: 992g ISBN:9783837625035 ISBN 10: 3837625036 Series:Cultural and Media Studies Pages: 190 Publication Date:15 May 2014 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Jana Herwig is a researcher in the Vienna-based research project »Texture Matters. The Optical and Haptical in Media« and academic assistant at the Chair for Intermediality, Dept. of Theater, Film and Media Studies, University of Vienna.