[Synapse elist] cultural conformity and drifting metaphors

[Vicki]

On 27/5/08 9:26 PM, "ju90" <mail at ju90.co.uk> wrote:

> It is ironic that wheelchair use, which is also very much about enhancing
> function rather than conforming to the norm, carries such stigma [...] The
> possibilities offered by augmented wheelchairs are endless [....] a wheelchair
> augmented with everything from a camera and whisky dispenser to a rocket
> launcher and helicopter blades. 

This immediately brings to mind Brad¹s fantastic work, Machine Gun Walker,
which I¹ve temporarily put an image of at the following location:

http://www.synapse.net.au/people/elist_discussion


Regards
Vicki
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