In the future, the best will be better than perfect: the new biology paradigm (journal article)
by Arnold Brown
From The Futurist, Sep/Oct 2008, Vol 42 No 5, pp. 25-28
The article explores the development of biological systems and technology. According to the author, the change focuses on the evolution of functional machines which are more efficient, faster and better. He adds that the things need to adapt to the changes and circumstances, and function according to their environment. These biology-based systems include Wikipedia, Internet, virtual networks and user-generated computer games. New manufacturing model localized modularization which specifies key features, size and weight of products has emerged in China.