Shaw, D; Miles, J and Gray, A (2007) Conceptual design of 'geodesic-like' domes using computational geometry. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 3(4), pp. 238-248. ISSN 1745-2007
Abstract
Conceptual design is arguably the most challenging stage of the design process and ironically is the area where computational support is weakest. The paper describes the development of a computational system that will, given certain criteria and constraints, provide a geometry for the frame of a geodesic-like domical structure. The approach is intended to provide the designer with a suggestion for a possible geometry, rather than a final form. The method of generating the conceptual design combines the use of computational geometry and evolutionary algorithms to provide an entirely novel design tool.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | convex hull; evolutionary algorithm; geodesic domes; incremental algorithm |
| Index terms: | conceptual design, designer, evolutionary algorithm, design process, geometry |
| Subjects: | design practice, algorithms, design methods, profession, mathematical modelling |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Design Practice, Research Practice, Roles and Professions |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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