Topologically-based curvature in thin elastic shell networks

Enrique Soriano; Pep  Tornabell; Dragos Naicu; Günther Filz

Topologically-based curvature in thin elastic shell networks

Enrique Soriano, Pep Tornabell, Dragos Naicu, Günther Filz

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering

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Abstract

We present a topologically-based doubly curved building system, based on a single bending thin plate element. The system extends Buckminster Fuller’s plydome research, by proposing an elastic form finding technique through the introduction of strategic singularities in a periodic grid of originally coplanar plates. The potential of this technique is explored and showcased through the design and manufacture of a large scale prototype.

Original language	English
Pages	167-176
Number of pages	10
Publication status	Published - Oct 2015
Event	VII International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures - Barcelona, Spain Duration: 19 Oct 2015 → 21 Oct 2015

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Conference	VII International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures
Country/Territory	Spain
City	Barcelona
Period	19/10/15 → 21/10/15

Keywords

Form Finding
Thin plates
Active Bending
Elastic shell
Minimal surface

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Topologically-based curvature in thin elastic shell networks

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