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Spatial systems like shells, arches and shelters can often be used as temporary structures to accommodate short to medium expositions, events or for emergencies. This has historically allowed them to be often designed for multiple uses. Recent advancements in computer graphics, algorithmic design and advanced manufacturing have accelerated their development and opened new scope for applications, by exploiting new capabilities and opportunities for material efficient designs and constructions.
The aim of the authors is to develop combined systems approaches to the design of resilient, deconstructable structures for the built environment. This work presents the recent advancements in the development of discrete shell systems developed at the AS_Lab between Polytechnic of Milan and University of Leeds, using biogenic materials such as wood which are inherently sustainable. Coupling geometry design and segmentation with ad-hoc connection systems, demountable systems have been developed, which are materially efficient, digitally designed and fabricated and can, in some instances, be robotically assembled. The study presents the conceptual design and fabrication of three prototypes, which have been realized to accelerate the transition to industry 4.0, while posing the focus on a circular future.
| Topics | Circular Economy |
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| Keywords | Digital, fabrication, timber, robotics, disassembly |
