![180312 tauchain-agoras-06.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZ3SwVvDE2CRUKVq3wA1FDapURjdbM6eJbWxJdVdew9xN/180312%20tauchain-agoras-06.png)

## Exploring Tauchain / Agoras 
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Fellow Steemians, here is my proposal for the [Tauchain / Agoras logo contest](https://steemit.com/contest/@kevinwong/logo-contest-for-tauchain-and-agoras-calling-all-designers). Big thanks to @kevinwong for opening this up to the Steemit community! It's pretty incredible to see all of the concepts and ideas being put forward. Kevin's comment section is really a testament to the creative environment here within Steem. Perhaps more blockchain platforms should consider building up their own network here... it doesn't hurt to connect with a savvy audience while simultaneously incentivizing everyone to ideate, eh? Anyway - *food for thought* - onto the logos!

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<center>*What's the difference between Tauchain / Agoras?*</center>

**Tauchain** is the blockchain platform, while **Agoras** is the first proof of concept application built atop the Tau language. (The two are paired in a way that we're somewhat familiar with - a scenario where Steem is the underlying blockchain and Steemit is an application built on top of it.)

The fabric of Tau is fundamentally unique from other blockchain ecosystems due to its ability to solve complex problems and alleviate the bottlenecks typically found in the process of group decision making. **Instead of storing money transactions - the Tau blockchain stores scientific laws, theories, social norms and principles.**

![process-greek.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmaZAstPhJmgUQjvFCYq44s7CZWQQnXNhCbZ5Hv6cgxNyi/process-greek.png)

## Logo Development...
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The original logos (below, left) are Greek symbols. Tau is a Greek letter commonly used in math, biology and physics. Agoras is a Greek word that actually means *public space*. With both symbols, I wanted to explore physical environments - redesigning them almost like relics of Ancient Greek monuments. Specifically, I was interested in mirroring forms and patterns found in amphitheaters ([above](https://www.google.com/search?q=greek+amphitheatre&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS754US754&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj41tSU0OjZAhVJvlMKHRQaA-cQsAQIJg&biw=1406&bih=724)). 

Using the 3D modeling software *Rhinoceros*, I extruded the profile of each simplified geometry. All the diagrams and final graphics here I rendered through a mix of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop:

![process.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmYvPzw7ycqyfP6BCtZJ1bmoGUjBRfcRjKuwhXaK889ueB/process.png)

## Infinite Loops of Application
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Each "relic" has a connection point. When any application (like Agoras) pairs up with the blockchain platform (Tauchain) the two create an infinity symbol that aligns in 2D as well as 3D. (*This imagery is a nod to the [mobius strip](https://youtu.be/1SXfYgQxsOA?t=1m2s) you see pretty frequently in Tauchain explanations.*) 

![infinite-loops.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmXetvTjSJwjm8tzpaaMwBpNHVgxJAubYLbFoSJz4L1wMY/infinite-loops.png)

<center>`Template`</center> | `Description`
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![180312 tauchain-agoras-08 copy.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmV8XUDv46NApW3ak1FS6NhMEP6MAA5URNem2SDwgFdENe/180312%20tauchain-agoras-08%20copy.png) | **Tauchain:** Programmable decentralized P2P network based on ontologies and reasoning.<sup>[Source](http://www.idni.org/)</sup>
![180312 tauchain-agoras-08.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQma5bG3n22koW6gmRRJfomV1fT9YuXvgFJECqVuUcFLXhE/180312%20tauchain-agoras-08.png) | **Agoras:** An intelligent market built upon Tau-Chain to feature intelligent personal agents, programming market, computational power market, and a futuristic search engine.<sup>[Source](http://www.idni.org/)</sup>
![180312 tauchain-agoras-07.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmPyuTWWEw8S9ueAeUUyykjsLEmYMW4PLqfTtsFGYFajz9/180312%20tauchain-agoras-07.png) | **Color Palette:** (CMYK) Cyan Magenta Yellow and Black. Overlaps create new color schemes and new complexity to a family of applications. **Font** = "*Lora*" (used in the thumbnail image).

## Visual Language for a Digital Language
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I'm not sure that this ephemeral 2D/3D approach will mesh with folks. But I do hope that the Tauchain Team ultimately adopts a visual language that resonates with their digital language. Crypto logos and catch phrases are a dime a dozen. Tau should stand out.

![180312 tauchain-agoras-01.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRpApSD7gYcZpHc7o55CyvpeYLqVjJDSP5FS6TRkYNX1y/180312%20tauchain-agoras-01.png)
![180312 tauchain-agoras-02.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZhRJMcSTyjAa4s2sowzPBhrJRPLgKuh4SWCY3v2zBFwc/180312%20tauchain-agoras-02.png)

## Feedback Welcome!
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Let me know your thoughts on both the logo concept and this new Tau ecosystem below! If you're curious to learn more about Tauchain and Agoras - take a look at these articles:

* *[Is Tauchain Agoras in Good Hands?](https://steemit.com/cryptocurrency/@kevinwong/is-tauchain-agoras-in-good-hands)* / @kevinwong
* *[Tauchain is Not Easy to Understand...](https://steemit.com/tauchain/@dana-edwards/tauchain-is-not-easy-to-understand-but-here-are-some-concepts-to-know-to-track-ohad-s-progress)* / @dana-edwards 
* *[The Power of Tau - Scaling the Creation of Knowledge](https://steemit.com/tauchain/@trafalgar/the-power-of-tau-scaling-the-creation-of-knowledge)* / @trafalgar

Are you a designer? Check out the logo contest prompt, [***here!***](https://steemit.com/contest/@kevinwong/logo-contest-for-tauchain-and-agoras-calling-all-designers)

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