- Picon states that it is through historians from which we can decide on a 'middle-ground', as they are able to analyse the positive/negative effects of technology in its short life-span of less than a century.
- He also highlights the relevance of information and the method through which it spreads, noting that it is through means of newer technology such as the telephone and radio which has allowed for our efficient 'society of technology' to exist.
- Picon also explores the notion of the imperfection of the human, mentioning how physicians are unable to complete a set of data due to the complexity of the human psyche, as well as the discomfort which comes from a forced 'transparency' during tests. This leads onto the topic of androids; the perfect humanoid automaton but mysterious in nature and motive.
- Details the history behind the urgent need to accumulate data quickly due to the Second World War'
- On the note of patterns, Picon writes 'By identifying and mobillizing them properly, architecture could make the build environment more efficient, thus contributing to the control-oriented society advocated by the military + giant corporations''
- Over time the desire to build more sustainable architecture with purposes of transporting goods increased, and conservative building became more popular.
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