Topology optimisation of algorithmically generated space frames

P Shepherd; William Pearson

Topology optimisation of algorithmically generated space frames

P Shepherd, William Pearson

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering

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Abstract

This paper outlines a simple method for algorithmically generating efficient space-frame geometries. By using Conway operators, the top and bottom surface of a shell-like space frame is generated, and these two layers are then linked together to form a structurally sound space-frame. The structural performance of the frames is then improved by applying existing structural layout optimisation methods, resulting in an efficient and elegant way of generating efficient and elegant structures.

Original language	English
Number of pages	7
Publication status	Published - 23 Sept 2013
Event	International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures (IASS) Symposium 2013 - Wroclaw, Poland Duration: 23 Sept 2013 → 27 Sept 2013

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Conference	International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures (IASS) Symposium 2013
Country/Territory	Poland
City	Wroclaw
Period	23/09/13 → 27/09/13

Keywords

Topology, Layout, Optimisation, Subdivision Surface, Space Frame, Conway Operator, Computation, Geometry

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Topology optimisation of algorithmically generated space frames

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