Ars Electronica Festival · 2006
Tsunami Harddisk Detector
🏆 Award of Distinction · Prix Ars Electronica 2006
Michael Stadler's “Tsunami Harddisk Detector” was honoured with an Award of Distinction at the Prix Ars Electronica 2006, category Net Based Art.
Tsunamis pose a serious life threat, which can, however, be significantly alleviated by reliable warning systems. Unfortunately many states cannot afford such a facility, because it requires expensive maintenance.
About Michael Stadler
Michael Stadler (AT) studied mechanical engineering and architecture in Graz and wrote his thesis on biomechanics. Since 2005 he has been working in the field of biomechanical and architectural simulations as well as P2P network technologies.
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