Technology transfer through prototypes

very viable way of transferring technology is to show someone how that technology works in a context the person can understand. Therefore, using prototypes to transfer technology is an extremely effective way to demonstrate a new concept. • Advanced software development labs at Intel are committed to making the PC the communication device of choice. Researchers in these labs focus on finding matches between new technologies for the PC and people's changing communication needs. Most often, the ongoing research is embodied in prototypes that are viewed and critiqued by researchers, developers, marketing personnel, and management. The first step in prototype development is the evaluation of the prototype by the researcher or research team. At times, merely seeing an embodiment of the concept leads to rejection by the research team and efforts are directed elsewhere. If the concept still seems feasible, prototype work continues and at some stage is ready to be shown to a wider audience.