Final Project, form finding concept

This was a simple model to study the optimized form finding using optimization capabilities of DP.

I had some problems creating constraints using optimization engine. But, it did work well in minimizing the weight of the structure while restricting the maximum slenderness.

I decided to use the same concept to create a hollowed space using a generated multiple layered frame work.

Assignment 9 - Knowledge Patterns II

Using Knowledge Patterns//


#1

Practicing creation of discrete patterns out of a multisurface object.

#2

Practicing curved paneling with holes.

Using a fill surface the panels are created. By using two other fill surfaces passing through the same point but with different base sizes the geometry of the panels and the size of the holes are controlled.

Changing the base diameter of the middle fill surface changes the size of the holes in panels.

#3

Practicing creation of holes in closed surfaces. Not successful !
I could generate holes but it was not possible to put holes on the surface! in stead it just  put the cut shape on the surface, Maybe because "hole means not to be filled" !!



Assignment 9 - Knowledge Patterns I

Scripts in Design//

 

In this assignment basic of programming and automating the knowledge patterns in digital project was practiced through different frame work generations. This presentation is part of the modeling and results.

Goals //


1// Practicing the steps (model creation- UDF creation - catalog file creation- UDF instantiation) to script the frame work.
2// Using different framework generation methods.
These methods were practiced (projection- intersection- rotation- symmetry)

3// Refining the model by increasing the counter.
# 1

Method//

loft surface + intersection + symmetry (mirror)

 

#  By using "mirror" command we can produce two outputs for your UDF.
You need to add the second output for your UDF in the output bar.

By changing the UDF just the mirror image is created and the fill surface is kept as the second part.

# 2

In this part I worked on some open multisections.
Different frame work generations were tested and good information were gained about different ERRORS !

in this part projection method was used to project a moving line on the surface.

# Design file










# Modelling

This model was tested with different UDF s to create frame work. The pictures of the frame works for two forms are presented here.

Frames in the long direction

 

Frames in the short direction