This paper describes a designer-friendly computational method to design and fabricate a class of curve-folded geometries – our proposed method generates developable surfaces that are curved-foldable, skeletal representations of a given user defined, convex mesh.
in this grasshopper example file, you can design a parametric dovetail joint between two triangular surfaces.
This paper uses the thrust network method of analysis and presents an iterative nonlinear optimization algorithm for efficiently approximating freeform shapes by self-supporting ones.
In this Grasshopper example file you can use the tOpos plugin to generate an optimized central structure for a series of slabs.
In this grasshopper example file you can create a parametric tensile dome by using the Kanagroo2 plugin.
The approach presented in this paper allows feedback between the parametric input of starting geometry and material characteristics, and the output geometry and internal stress.
In this grasshopper tutorial, we are going to use the Kangaroo 2 plugin to model a tensile structure by using a rectangular mesh base and a series of curves for controlling the overall shape.
in this grasshopper example file you can create a series of twisted arcs as a parametric pavilion and use the graph mapper to extract different parts of the base surface.
In this grasshopper example file You can generate different paneling patterns on a parametric Arc.
This paper discusses the development of a kit of parts of reciprocal bending-active components based on a selection of polyhedral dome types.
In this grasshopper example file you can use an attractor point to generate a parametric radial pattern with circles.
In this grasshopper example file you can use the RemeshByColour Component from the Kangaroo2 plugin to generate a parametric mesh with different Triangular Mesh Faces.
This paper presents and discusses the digital modelling methods used for the design of the pavilion, as well as the lessons learned by real scale fabrication and assembly.
In this article, we briefly present the literature focusing on curved folding in computational geometry, as well as the scope and description of a subclass of curved folding operation.
This study discusses about biomimicry which is sustainable innovation inspired by Earth’s diverse lifeforms which embody high-performance and resource-efficient design solutions.
in this grasshopper example file you can design a parametric sunshade and use the Kangaroo 2 Plugin to relax the meshes.
The main objective of this paper is to highlight the natural strategies of solving the problems of sustainable architectural design as an integrated approach for the knowledge of the secrets of sustainability.
In this grasshopper example file You can model a parametric Roof by rotating a base pattern around an axis.
This research aims to examine biomimicry in architecture as a potential solution to sustainable building design. It analyses the basic principles and advances in biomimicry in architectural design and discusses five case studies to study how biomimicry has so far been applied in the built environment.
In this Grasshopper example file you can use the Culebra plugin to simulate a swarmy behaviour of a series of particles on a facade.
This thesis aims to study the theoretical fundamentals of this concept, explain its methodologies, and demonstrate its applicability in architecture.
In this grasshopper example file you can model a parametric Spherical Helix and then use the PufferFish Plugin to morph a pattern on it.
This paper explains the construction scheme of a modular post formed gridshell. The scheme and the module are designed to efficiently handle both Form Finding, Fabrication and Raising, and they are tested through the construction of a full scale pavilion in Trondheim, Norway.
In this grasshopper example file you can create a space frame structure on a parametric Nurbs surface.
A novel method for automatic triangular grid generation on a free-form surface based on Coulomb’s law is proposed in this
paper, which we refer to as the particle self-organizing system (PSOS).
In this grasshopper example file you can create a parametric 3d pattern by lofting a series of curves inside a polygon.
In this grasshopper example file You can use the graph mapper to fold a series of parametric panels and design a parametric facade.
This PhD thesis aims to provide an indepth analysis on the applicability of the active bending principle to the design of lightweight structures, in particular pedestrian bridges.
In this Grasshopper example file you can use the Topos plugin to simulate a topology optimization of a series of boxes located on a spiral curve.
