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Special Topics Seminar - Turning Point of a Building
Special Topics Seminar - Turning Point of a Building
Louie Miscioscia
Louie Miscioscia
Professor Jin Young Song
Arc 404: Proseminar
Spring 2020
Senior
Contents
Contents
Section 1 - Joint Studies
Section 2 - Possible Adaptations
Section 3 - Growth Potential
Section 4 - Final Pavilion and Additional Explorations
Section 1 - Joint Studies
Section 1 - Joint Studies
2-5-7 Swallow
2-5-7 Swallow
The Swallow joint is comprised of two different pieces. One has a rectangular opening and a triangular cut out, while the other has the male components to match.
Historical Precedents
Historical Precedents
Gimje Ghost Temple Daejeokjeon
Adaptable Modifiction 1
Adaptable Modifiction 1
An introduction of a third member that will
lock everything from within.
Adaptable Modification 2
Adaptable Modification 2
Attempt to put notches on the triangle
to make it lock.
3-1-3 Origami
3-1-3 Origami
The Origami joint is a sheet that has a sharp point on one end, and a void for the point on the other end.
Historical Precedents
Historical Precedents
The Five Towers of the Ming Dynasty in Japan (Floor)
Adaptable Modifiction 1
Adaptable Modifiction 1
An attempt to lock everything together by splitting up the original sharp point into two, with notches.
Adaptable Modification 2
Adaptable Modification 2
Creating a way where the sharp point must be pushed passed a threshold, and clicks into place.
3-3-3 Gasket
3-3-3 Gasket
The Gasket joint is a long sheet with two identical, mirrored notches at each end. The gap gets filled with a long square rod to complete the joint.
Adaptable Modifiction 1
Adaptable Modifiction 1
A type of duck-tail that will prevent the member from falling lose.
Adaptable Modification 2
Adaptable Modification 2
An introduction of notches.
1-1-5 Cross (Selected Joint)
1-1-5 Cross (Selected Joint)
The Cross joint is comprised of two identical members. The are very simple, each has two male and female ends of a cube extrusion or void. They come together to match their opposite part in order to connect.
Historical Precedents
Historical Precedents
Shimju after dismantling the roadbed (before repair)
Adaptable Modifiction 1
Adaptable Modifiction 1
The first attempt to make the joint twist into place in order to lock. However, the "twists" were not long enough and needed to be more dramatic.
3D Print
3D Print
Adaptable Modifiction 2
Adaptable Modifiction 2
Making the "twists" longer gave it mare stability, but it could still slide out of place with a little force.
3D Print
3D Print
Section 2 - Possible Adaptations
Section 2 - Possible Adaptations
Different Locking Options
Different Locking Options
Now that the joint was chosen, a working locking mechanism needed to be achieved. Keeping the simplicity of the twist adaptation, it just needed to be pushed a little further.
Wedge
Wedge
The ends of the "twist" are widened slightly. It fits into the void that perfectly matches.
Notch
Notch
Notches are added on the ends of the "twists" in order to lock it. It seems like a foreign member.
Flex Opening
Flex Opening
The "twists" are made too large to fit into the voids, yet they are made flexible to allow it to fit in by squeezing.
3D Printed Wedge
3D Printed Wedge
It properly Locks unlike the earlier modules.
Finalized Locking Mechanism
Finalized Locking Mechanism
The "wedge" option was chosen as it kept with the system, properly locked the joint, and maintained stability. The updated version made the "twists" longer.
Section 3 - Growth Potential
Section 3 - Growth Potential
Rendition 1
Rendition 1
In order to expand into different directions, the joint grows in a "v" formation.
Base Module
Base Module
Possible Growth Examples
Possible Growth Examples
Abstract constructions of multiple modules connected to each other.
Rendition 2
Rendition 2
There would have been an issue with the first rendition, as the "v" relied on a small point to assure rigidity. It would simply not work or operate as one member or module, so a better connection was designed.
Base Module
Base Module
Possible Growth Examples
Possible Growth Examples
Abstract aggregations and practical uses.
Rendition 3
Rendition 3
Instead of expanding into different directions, the joint became a straight member to see it's potential. Although it cannot grow in the x or z axis, it does not face the same connection issue as the previous renditions. However, further growth directional capabilities must be discovered after or in addition to this rendition.
Base Module
Base Module
Possible Growth Examples
Possible Growth Examples
How this could be used in adjustable furniture like a table.
Rendition 4
Rendition 4
Taking the module from the previous rendition and combining it with a central connection. This allows expansion into multiple directions.
Base Module
Base Module
Possible Growth Examples
Possible Growth Examples
A wall or screen that can be aggregated from the module.
Rendition 5
Rendition 5
Building on the last rendition, this implements changing course via the central connection piece. It allows for more variety and spontaneity in terms of growth. This little change of direction frees the system to grown in limitless module combinations.
Base Module
Base Module
Possible Growth Examples
Possible Growth Examples
An aggregation that expands in all directions, and creates complex, multi-planar geometry.
Section 4 - Final Pavilion and Additional Explorations
Section 4 - Final Pavilion and Additional Explorations
Final Pavilion
Final Pavilion
Using the module method from the final rendition allows for the creation of a pavilion through a repeating base growth combination.
Front
Front
Looking through the front, sides, and back reveals how ordered and light the geometry truly is. From any other angle it looks chaotic and heavy. Yet as you move around the structure different expressions emerge.
Side
Side
3D Print Assembly 1
3D Print Assembly 1
3D Print Assembly 2
3D Print Assembly 2
3D Print Assembly 3
3D Print Assembly 3
3D Print Assembly 4
3D Print Assembly 4
Part of Pavilion to Show Aggregation
Part of Pavilion to Show Aggregation
Aggregating the module in this way allows the growth to reach the size of the pavilion. An interesting observation revealed by this turntable is how the voids alternate depending on which direction you are looking. The voids are always at the halfway point to the one perpendicular.
Additional Explorations
Additional Explorations
Fun and very "far-out" aggregations based on all of the module renditions.
Camping Set
Camping Set
An entire camping set that utilizes the same module with multiple applications.
Power Lines
Power Lines
Power lines that are height adjustable and easily replaceable.
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