Xlyopedia
Learning app for university teaching
Learning application on a mobile device (J. Hammel)
Students at the Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development will soon be learning about wood interactively. Up to now, seminars and lectures have been held using traditional microscope examinations. Using an interactive learning application, future wood specialists will be able to experience, explore and understand the anatomical structure of wood in three dimensions.
Imaging
Microtomography measuring station of the Beamline p07
High-resolution 3D image stacks were acquired using computed tomography. The unique data sets were obtained at the world's brightest X-ray light source, PETRA III, at the German Electron Synchrotron. Here, the Helmholtz Centre operates measuring stations for computed tomography in the field of materials science. These make it possible to illuminate objects with X-rays and take images with a resolution of a thousandth of a millimetre.
Microstructures of wood
CT slice of oak wood (S. Scherrer)
Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and designers visualise the anatomy of wood at the microstructure level in an unprecedented way. High-resolution research data from hardwood and softwood samples has been used to create the models. The combination of depth of content and design sophistication results in an innovative learning application.
Cooperation between science and design
Surface model of the structure of pine wood (S. Scherrer)
A lively exchange between science and design has resulted in new ideas for presenting wood anatomy. This close collaboration has resulted in didactically innovative and visually appealing content. The ability to interactively explore the structures stimulates a sense of discovery and enables an effective understanding of wood anatomy.