Each company has a different emphasis and approach, but all three are keen to spread the idea of science theatre. And they will tour Europe to promote their work. Our aim is to help them to get to know one another, and to share our enthusiasm for this new way of promoting science. Y. van Delft, IIUE Tl. Ceramic tiles make a perfect covering for bathroom and kitchen floors and walls.
Many people choose patterned tiles, often with a complex design.
The visual effect can be stunning, but selecting and arranging the tiles can be difficult and time-consuming. Enter a new computer system, which creates a 3-D simulation of the room, allowing the owner to visualise the effect of tiling with many different designs. Tile manufacturers can use it to assemble a comprehensive electronic catalogue for their retailers, enabling customers to see a far greater number of designs. Market Access DEA was originally conceived by ENEA, the Italian national agency for research and innovation, which had worked on computer applications in the Italian textiles industry. It put together a large team to transfer similar technology to the ceramics sector, with the aim of encouraging local tile manufacturers to expand into European markets.