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Paul’s research involves the development of new computer-based tools for both architects and engineers to help with the creation, optimisation and realisation of complex geometry buildings. Until very recently, computers had been used almost exclusively by the building industry as a form of electronic paper, helping designers to communicate their ideas, but not actually contributing to the design process itself. But with the recent development in computational speed, graphics and networking, this means that the full potential of the computer is being wasted.
By combining mathematical techniques such as Dynamic Relaxation, Multi-Objective Optimisation, and Parametric Modelling, Paul aims to facilitate the design of complex geometry forms, using computational techniques to improve the potential structural and environmental performance and constructability of the resulting shapes. He is confident that computers will become active participants in the design process, as well as providing a common platform on which all members of the design team can interactively share ideas and truly collaborate to create innovative and sustainable buildings.
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Projects 2009 2020
Computational Design Optimization of Large-Scale Building Structures
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/07/16 → 30/06/19
Project: Research council
Autonomous Aerial Robotic Manufacturing
Ball, R., Shepherd, P. & Williams, C.
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/05/16 → 30/04/20
Project: Research council
GCRF - Water Treatment Units for Rural Communities using 3-D Printing, Mathematical Modelling
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
18/07/16 → 31/03/17
Project: Research council
Research Output 1998 2018
Cementitious mortars and polyurethane foams for additive building manufacturing
Dams, B., Peng, J., Shepherd, P. & Ball, R. 9 Apr 2018 p. 103-107 5 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
Optimizing the Architectural Layouts and Technical Specifications of Curtain Walls to Minimize Use of Aluminium
Lee, A., Shepherd, P., Evernden, M. & Metcalfe, D. Feb 2018 In : Structures. 13, p. 8-25 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Aerial additive building manufacturing: three-dimensional printing of polymer structures using drones
Dams, B., Sareh, S., Zhang, K., Shepherd, P., Kovac, M. & Ball, R. 14 Jul 2017 In : Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Construction Materials. 12 p., 1700013Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Aerial additive building manufacturing of 3D printed cementitious structures
Dams, B., Wu, Y., Shepherd, P. & Ball, R. 12 Sep 2017 p. 345-348Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
A grid generation procedure for the design of single-layer freeform structures
Ye, J., Gao, B., Shepherd, P., Becque, J. & Hajirasouliha, I. 25 Sep 2017Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
Datasets
Dataset for the effective length of columns in multi-storey frames
Webber, A., Orr, J., Shepherd, P., Crothers, K., University of Bath, 12 Aug 2015
DOI: 10.15125/BATH-00131
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