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Characterising the low-tech approach through a value-driven model

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 May 2024

Alexandre Gaultier ,
Cédric Masclet  and
Jean-François Boujut
Alexandre Gaultier*
Affiliation:
Univ. Grenoble Alpes, CNRS, Grenoble INP, G-SCOP, France
Cédric Masclet
Affiliation:
Univ. Grenoble Alpes, CNRS, Grenoble INP, G-SCOP, France
Jean-François Boujut
Affiliation:
Univ. Grenoble Alpes, CNRS, Grenoble INP, G-SCOP, France
*
alexandre.gaultier@grenoble-inp.fr

Abstract

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In this article, we argue that the low-tech narrative redefined by a French low-tech movement in recent years can be considered as a legitimate research object for design research. Based on the French low-tech movement's literature, we present the definitions of the low-tech concept as an approach driven by principles and highlight two theorical limitations of this type of definition. Based on a value-sensitive design approach, we present transdisciplinary research results through a value-driven low-tech model and discussed its limitations and possible use as a tool for engineers.

Keywords

low-techphilosophy of technologyvalue sensitive designsustainabilityvalue-driven design

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Industrial Design
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Proceedings of the Design Society , Volume 4: DESIGN 2024 , May 2024 , pp. 2353 - 2362
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