Technical Artefacts: Creations of Mind and Matter, 2012 A Philosophy of Engineering Design Philosophy of Engineering and Technology Series, Vol. 6
Auteur : Kroes Peter
The book advances the thesis that technical artefacts, conceived of as physical constructions with a technical function, have a dual nature; they are hybrid objects combining physical and intentional features. It proposes a theory of technical functions and technical artefact kinds that does justice to this dual nature, analyses engineering design from the dual nature point of view, and argues that technical artefacts, because of their dual nature, have inherent moral significance.
Preface.- Introduction.- 1. Technical artefacts.- 2. Theories of technical functions.- 3. Proper functions and technical artefact kinds.- 4. Engineering design.- 5. The moral significance of technical artefacts.- Epilogue.- Bibliography.- Index.
Date de parution : 06-2014
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Date de parution : 05-2012
Ouvrage de 206 p.
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