Human understanding of the brain and nervous system has evolved alongside advancements in technology. Initially perceived through hydraulic systems and clockwork mechanisms, the industrial revolution introduced new perspectives, likening the nervous system to the telegraph system and the brain to steam engines. This reflects a natural trend in human comprehension, where complex systems are understood through the lens of current technologies. As designers, crafting visual metaphors becomes essential to making complex ideas accessible and relatable, focusing on the effectiveness of metaphors and analogies in communication.
Our understanding of the human body, particularly the brain and nervous system, has been profoundly shaped by the tools and technologies of each era.
During the rise of mechanical craftsmanship, we began perceiving the body and brain as hydraulic systems and intricate clockwork mechanisms of gears and springs.
The industrial revolution brought new perspectives: the telegraph system transformed our view of the nervous system, while the steam engine became a model for understanding the brain.
To comprehend the complexity of our bodies and brains, we turn to the most sophisticated technologies of our time through metaphors and analogies.
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