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Flat Bulb - Why are bulbs round?
Flat Bulb - Why are bulbs round?
  This Flat Bulb an interesting bulb design. It seems like when something revolutionary is developed future designs tend to be very similar. Is there a good reason for light bulbs to be round? "flat bulb is designed by korean designer joonhuyn kim. unlike ordinary bulbs its ...
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MAKE Magazine — I am in love with Joonhuyn Kim's flat lightbulb via Hackedgadgets. flat bulb is designed by korean designer joonhuyn kim. unlike ordinary bulbs its volume is 1/3 smaller, reducing the cost of packaging and transport. its slim shape allows bulbs to be easily stacked and prevents breakage as it does not roll. his work was on display as part of 100% design tokyo. Read more | Permalink | Comments | Read more articles in Arts | Digg this!

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