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DishMaker prototype dishes out dishes

Posted on Sep 11, 07 08:31 PM PDT

DishMaker prototype dishes out dishes

The DishMaker prototype was developed by MIT Media Lab's Counter Intelligence Group, and is a machine which churns out dishes made from food-grade, non-toxic acrylic wafers that have been heated to create dishes on demand, and can be recycled after a meal. This is made possible by reheating the dishes up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit which can be flattened easily and stored away. Each wafer has a recycling shelf life of approximately 100 times, and can even be turned into bowls and cups when the need arises. It takes around 90 seconds to produce a dish, while holding up to 150 acrylic wafers at any one time. I remember in some Middle East countries, they bake their own plates and eat it after a meal, hence doing away with the need for such a high tech solution. Still, sounds like a great idea for those who have a heart for our planet.

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By Metuse , 12/09/07 3:14 PM (CommentID #299156)


Yikes.

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