Architectural scale models in the digital age
Subtitle: design, representation and manufacturing
By: Milena Stavrić, Predrag Sid̄anin, Bojan Tepavc̆evicʹ
Contributors: Sid̄anin, Predrag; Tepavc̆evicʹ, Bojan
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Wien
Language: eng
Number of pages: 259
ISBN-13: 9783709114476; 9783990435267
Subjects: Architectural models; Computer-aided design; Architekturmodell; Computersimulation; Massstab
Description: A major challenge in the age of advanced digital technology and parametric design in architecture is making physical models of complex geometric shapes and their multiple structural connections. This approach requires new modeling strategies, technology and methods which are covered in this book. Complex geometric forms generated using virtual media can be tested and validated only by means of physical models, and so can their practical application be controlled. The complexity of contemporary architectural design bids the mastery of new methods of producing scale models, which opens a new chapter in the field of modeling, and which is the focus of this book. Along with the traditional methods forming a basis for modeling, this book presents the principles of digital NURBS modeling, parametric modeling, digital support to modeling, and model manufacturing, complete with a number of tutorials, practical advice and examples found in architectural practice today.--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 251-253) and index.
Table of contents: title: Scale modeling in architecture; title: The use of scale models in architecture; title: Modeling tools and materials; title: Manufacturing scale models and scale model components: methods and processes; title: Digital technology software used for architectural modeling; title: Tutorials; title: Folding structures; title: Folding techniques; title: Basic folding patterns; title: diamond pattern; title: Diagonal pattern; title: Miura-Ori pattern; title: Basic techniques; title: Grid generation analysis; title: Membrane structures; title: Design method and form-finding; title: volumetric structures; title: 3D ornament; title: Concrete molds; title: Sectioning; title: Orthogonal sectioning; title: Sectioning with one-direction planes perpendicular to a surface; title: Geodesic lines.