Reconfigurable Domes:  Computational design of dry-fit blocks for modular vaulting

S. Bitting; S. Azadi; Pirouz Nourian

Reconfigurable Domes: Computational design of dry-fit blocks for modular vaulting

S. Bitting, S. Azadi, Pirouz Nourian

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Abstract

In contrast to the contemporary aesthetic account, Muqarnas are geometrically complex variations of Squinches used for structural integration of rectilinear geometries and curved geometries. Inspired by the historical functionality of Muqarnas, we present a generalized computational workflow for generating dry-fit stacking modules from two-dimensional patterns in order to construct a dome. Similar to Muqarnas these blocks are modular in nature, complex in geometry, and compression-only in their structural behavior. We demonstrate the design of such structures based on the exemplary Penrose pattern and showcase the variations & potentials of this method in comparison to conventional approaches.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Proceedings of the 39th eCAADe
Subtitle of host publication	Towards a new, configurable architecture
Pages	263-274
Number of pages	12
Volume	1
Publication status	Published - 2021
Event	39th eCAADe Conference: Towards a new, configurable architecture - Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia Duration: 8 Sept 2021 → 10 Sept 2021 Conference number: 39 http://www.ecaade2021.ftn.uns.ac.rs/

Conference

Conference	39th eCAADe Conference
Abbreviated title	eCAADe 2021
Country/Territory	Serbia
City	Novi Sad
Period	8/09/21 → 10/09/21
Internet address	http://www.ecaade2021.ftn.uns.ac.rs/

Keywords

Muqarnas
Generative Design
Modular Design
Unreinforced Masonry Architecture
Penrose Tiling
Workflow Design

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