Versatile Application
Several decades ago, technology made it possible to transform complicated mechanical movements into easy ones. Moreover, it enables the adoption of design principles. This has great significance--the mechanical perfection of gears and springs makes for a better life." Sgt Lu places great importance on aesthetic values as well. A ballpoint pen should not merely meet practical needs, he argues, but be aesthetically pleasing as well. For example, Police Chief Ken Murata uses a ballpoint pen with goldplated trim. Ironically, the first ballpoint pen was not made in Japan but in France. "The ballpoint pen will be replaced, eventually. Someday a new technology will come along that is even better for daily use." "The pen also writes upwards," points out Sgt Lu with glee.