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Yu, Huei Sheng. "Parametric architecture : performative/responsive assembly components." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/49722.
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Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2009.Page 127 blank.
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Current parametric design generates many possible solutions during modeling and design process, but in the final stage, only allows users to choose one solution to develop. This thesis demonstrates a design strategy for physical parametric design that embeds knowledge from simulation tools and helps parametric design still keep variations after final model. This thesis begins with an introduction of theory and practices of current parametric design and clarifies the connections between its methods and physical parametric design. Then a few new concepts and prototypes are proposed, and physical parametric designs are demonstrated. The thesis presents a series of case studies investigating specific parametric design methods. Their objectives are studying ways to implement variations from parametric design to physical world and to fix parametric design's constraint problem through the use of physical feedback loop. Some cases are related to simulation environment which can be used as a test platform for fabrication or responsive environment design: others are different data access, such as visualization. Together, these physical parametric design projects indicate how to solve the bidirectional constraint in design exploration. Finally, this paper evaluates new possibilities of this design strategy and construction method, and discusses how the physical models impact digital parametric models. key words: parametric design, Artificial Intelligence Knowledge Base ,Evolution system design, simulation environment.
by Huei Sheng Yu/Carl.
S.M.
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Gane, Victor 1974. "Parametric design : a paradigm shift?" Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/28478.
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Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2004.Includes bibliographical references (p. 96-97).
The variety reflected in constant change became an imperative in the development of the modem world. The society is more insistent in seeking the implementation of quality and customization in most of humans' activities. Such notions as satisfaction or contentment are achieved through having choices at one's disposal. While other creative disciplines are rapidly adapting to depict this evolving reality, architects continued to rely on traditional design methods, which in most cases is synonymous with a process resulting in few slowly developed choices. More recently, the adoption of computational aids did not have a significant impact as the latter are primarily used as tools to facilitate representations of designs. To keep up with the society's dynamism the architects must adopt a new approach to design, one which will facilitate the exploration of rational variety, allow them to programmatically search the solution space and develop systems or tools used in conceiving multiple designs. This thesis investigates parametric design as a possible remedy.
by Victor Gane.
S.M.
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Newman, Andrew. "Parametric Articulation." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2013. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1367924318.
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Maksoud, Aref. "Parametric Design and Digital Fabrication: Journey with parametric design and digital fabrication in architecture." Doctoral thesis, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/10803/456562.
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Complexity and Strategies for parametric design in architecture. An
application of practice led research. Nowadays a new specialist design role is
emerging in the construction industry. The primary task related to this role is
focused on the control, development and sharing of geometric information
with members of the design team in order to develop a design solution.
Individuals engaged in this role can be described as a parametric designers.
Parametric design involves the exploration of multiple solutions to
architectural design problems using parametric models. In the past these
models have been defined by computer programs, now commercially
available parametric software provides a simpler means of creating these
models. It is anticipated that the emergence of parametric designers will
spread and a deeper understanding of the role is required.
This thesis is aimed at establishing an understanding of the tasks related to
this new specialism and to develop a set of considerations that should be
made when undertaking these tasks. The position of the parametric designer
in architectural practice presents new opportunities in the design process this
thesis also aims to capture these.
Through research and design, this thesis seeks to answer two questions:
what is parametric design and how can it benefit the field of architecture?
Looking at historical and present-day sources, the evolution of computer
aided design has been drawn out leading to the emergence of parametric
design. An explanation and analysis of parametric tools, including a series of
case studies, has been conducted to show how these tools are presently
being utilized by designers.
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Araya, Goldberg Sergio. "Parametric constructs : computational designs for digital fabrication." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/35505.
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Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2006.Includes bibliographical references (leaves 150-152).
This thesis explores strategies for building design toolchains in order to design, develop and fabricate architectural forms. The hipothesys of this research is that by embedding ruled based procedures addressing generative, variational, iterative, and fabricational logics, into early phases of form finding or form research process, it is possible to enhance and augment the repertoire of possible design methods yet facilitating the development and fabrication of such designs. Shape computing, parametric modeling, scripting, and digital fabrication are the tools chained in the research presented in this thesis. Complex curved forms were chosen in the different case studies to exemplify the advantages of this method in designing and fabricating this complex shapes which have proven to be particularly difficult to construct by traditional methods, usually requiring a reduction in complexity. The method proposed here allows the designer to maintain certain level of complexity and yet explore better and more appropriate solutions.
by Sergio Araya Goldberg.
S.M.
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Faber, George. "Designing Design: Exploring Digital Workflows in Architecture." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1427898395.
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James, Andre. "Deployable architecture." Thesis, Atlanta, Ga. : Georgia Institute of Technology, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/29676.
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Thesis (M. S.)--Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2008.Committee Chair: Spuybroek, Lars; Committee Member: Reither, Gernot; Committee Member: Young, Kevin. Part of the SMARTech Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Collection.
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Cichy, Mark Andrew. "Parametric Design: An Implementation of Bentley Systems Generative Components." Thesis, University of Waterloo, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2866.
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This thesis addresses the need for flexible parametric design tools. It focuses on the implementation of a particular tool, Bentley Systems' Generative Components, by exploring features, strengths and weaknesses, and how features can be implemented in design. An exposition of Generative Components is introduced to bridge the gap between the potential and existing power of parametric tools. Through a case study of the Bahá'í Temple for South America this thesis explores the implementation of Generative Components. The exposition argues for the validity of parametric research, specifically its ability to streamline and enhance an architectural design process. The topic of parametric design is further documented in a survey submitted to researchers and developers in the field of parametric research and design. The purpose of this documentation is to place the progression of parametric tools within the context of current development, initiating an open-ended discussion focusing on future research.
This thesis adds to the current development of parametric technology by making particular contributions to tools within the realm of parametric research. Primary contributions include array seeking scripts that search for and replace or duplicate objects, routines for nesting functions within scripts, ideological workflow development and conceptual training through practical application.
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Mburu, Fred Andrew (Fred Andrew Kimemia) 1971. "Context modeling : extending the parametric object model with design context." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2001. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/8604.
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Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2001.Includes bibliographical references (p. 57, 59).
Context can be described as the totality of ideas, situations and information that (a) related to, (b) provide the origins for, and (c) influence our response, perspective or judgment of a thing. Design always takes place in a context. However, current Computer Aided Architectural Design (CAAD) systems don't have a way to represent design knowledge associated with context. This thesis presents a computational model, called Context Modeling System (CMS), in which design context is modeled. Using this model, designers can define and prioritize design context. A prototype, based on CMS and rule-based systems in the field of Artificial Intelligence, is also presented.
by Fred Andrew Mburu.
S.M.
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Austin, Charles B. M. Arch Massachusetts Institute of Technology. "Cellular building components : investigation into parametric modeling and production logics." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/33602.
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Thesis (M. Arch.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2005.MIT Institute Archives copy: P. 85-86 bound in reverse order.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 86).
Recent advances in digital fabrication technologies have sparked a renewed interest in topology and biological form. The ability to design and prototype structural forms inspired by nature has challenged architects preconceived notions of space and form. With the assistance of parametric modeling and rapid prototyping we now not only have the ability to physically generate complex forms, but also the ability to create a seemingly infinite number of formal variations. As a result, this has caused architects to push toward new spatial concepts. Among these new spatial concepts are those that seek to create entire building systems out of a single material solution. Inspiration for such systems can be found by studying organic cellular structures. Unlike the component based design processes of most architects, in which multiple problems are solved through multiple material solutions, natural systems tend to create solutions that solve multiple problems through one material solution. This thesis is interested in answering the question, "Is it possible to create a building system (both structure and enclosure) out of a single adaptable building unit?" Furthermore, can the building unit also be capable of transforming from being either permeable to impermeable? If so, how might this challenge our existing notions of boundaries?
by Charles B. Austin.
M.Arch.
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Saad, Rita 1980. "Parametric tools and digital fabrication for the design of luminous ceilings." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/69770.
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Thesis (S.M.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2004.Includes bibliographical references (p. 90-92).
The digital phenomena constitute a fundamental change in how designers accomplish a wide range of the complex processes of design. This thesis investigates the use of computation in the context of architectural lighting design. It particularly looks into how cutting edge computational tools -- such as digital fabrication and parametric tools -- can be combined with the Light Emitting Diodes (LED) technology to create luminous architectural elements. Work in this field is of most relevance in a moment when the implementation of LED systems is expected to establish a new paradigm in architectural illumination. Results from recent technology roadmaps show that by the year 2020 LEDs will be replacing incandescent, halogen and fluorescent lamps and will become the primary choice for general lighting applications. Because LED architectural applications are not widely understood by the industry, a successful implementation process will be highly dependant on multidisciplinary design research, where many design experimentations will have to occur. New approaches are needed where the technical advantages of LEDs - they are more efficient, have longer life of operation, are rugged and compact, produce the entire color spectrum, and are fully controllable - are used to promote better lighting design quality. It is in this context that my research takes place, utilizing advanced computational tools to explore innovative design possibilities for lighting systems with embedded LEDs. This thesis describes a sequence of experiments to design and build a system of luminous ceiling tiles made of acrylic pieces and equipped with embedded LEDs. First, I use programming to generate parametric 3D models of the ceiling tiles. A series of
(cont.) variations of an initial design of the tiles are accomplished through the manipulation of control parameters. After the first set of 3D models is created, I use digital fabrication techniques to build prototypes of the models, which are tested with LEDs and evaluated in terms of their lighting performance. Finally, I develop the experiments to create an entire luminous ceiling area, and the design achieves an overall result rather than being restricted to individual elements. Advanced lighting systems enhance the quality, flexibility and cost effectiveness of light, and digital fabrication techniques improve the optimization of computer-based methods of design. The results of my experiments show that lighting systems can greatly benefit from the testing of the design and the technical performance before installation in the architectural space. In this context, parametric tools and digital fabrication technologies demonstrate exceptional wealth for both the conceptual and the optimization phases of lighting design in architecture.
by Rita Saad.
S.M.
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Grzesiak, Filip. "Capturing the Gothic Line : Parametric Exploration of the Gothic Ornament." Thesis, KTH, Arkitektur, 2018. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-229425.
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The project explores the ‘Gothic Line’ as observed in ornament. Escaping strictly geometrical means of defining, the study focuses on capturing the Line’s elusive properties in connection to chosen architectural elements. With selected properties, the two-dimensional principles are extracted into the 3D environment. Using parametric design tools each feature is transformed into multiple prototypes of three-dimensional interpretation. The project aims to capture subtlety of the Gothic Line while providing a system enabling creation of architecturally relevant ornamental structures.
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Farbood, Morwaread Mary. "A quantitative, parametric model of musical tension." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/34182.
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Thesis (Ph. D.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, School of Architecture and Planning, Program in Media Arts and Sciences, 2006.Includes bibliographical references (leaves [125]-132).
This thesis presents a quantitative, parametric model for describing musical tension. While the phenomenon of tension is evident to listeners, it is difficult to formalize due to its subjective and multi-dimensional nature. The model is therefore derived from empirical data. Two experiments with contrasting approaches are described. The first experiment is an online test with short musical excerpts and multiple choice answers. The format of the test makes it possible to gather large amounts of data. The second study requires fewer subjects and collects real-time responses to musical stimuli. Both studies present test subjects with examples that take into account a number of musical parameters including harmony, pitch height, melodic expectation, dynamics, onset frequency, tempo, and rhythmic regularity. The goal of the first experiment is to confirm that the individual musical parameters contribute directly to the listener's overall perception of tension. The goal of the second experiment is to explore linear and nonlinear models for predicting tension given descriptions of the musical parameters for each excerpt. The resulting model is considered for potential incorporation into computer-based applications. Specifically, it could be used as part of a computer-assisted composition environment. One such application, Hyperscore, is described and presented as a possible platform for integration.
by Morwaread M. Farbood.
Ph.D.
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Bondarchuk, M. S., and М. С. Бондарчук. "The use of parametric principles in the elements of park architecture." Thesis, Національний авіаційний університет, 2020. http://er.nau.edu.ua/handle/NAU/42093.
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1. Добрицына И.А. От постмодернизма – к нелинейной архитектуре: Архитектура в контексте современной философии и науки / И.А. Добрицына. – М.: Прогресс-Традиция, 2004. – 416 с.
2. Schumacher P. LECTURES & INTERVIEWS – theorizing architecture [Електронний ресурс] / Patrik Schumacher – Режим доступу: http://www.patrikschumacher.com/index.htmThe beginning of XXI century is marked by the emergence of research, experimentation and implementation in the direction of “paramentric”. Parametric principles have been applied in the design of architectural elements of the park. Based on the research, we can conclude that in the design of parks the direction of parametricism is a really new avant-garde style. It largely relies on the structural, constructive and formative principles of nature, thereby continuing to develop the organic approach to a new level. The main feature of parametricism is the appeal to nonlinear forms, which brings it closer to bionic architecture. Thus, this new style is a natural step in the development of modern park architecture and integrates its achievement in the formation, relying on new design technologies and newest construction technologies.
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Barrios, Hernandez Carlos Roberto. "Design procedures : a computational framework for parametric design and complex shapes in architecture." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/35507.
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Thesis (Ph. D.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2006.Includes bibliographical references (p. 178-179).
Submitted to the Department of Architecture on May 1, 2006, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture: Design and Computation Through the use of computational generative procedures in the early stages of design, it is common to generate shapes of complex nature that could only be produced by the combined forces of human imagination and computer power. However the more complex the shapes are, the more difficult it becomes to establish a discourse that embodies the geometrical and spatial properties, as well as the formal attributes of a given shape. Furthermore, it has become problematic to differentiate between one complex shape and another, resulting in some abstract, cumbersome, and sometimes obscure explanation about how the shape came into being. In some cases, designers recur to complex expressions of mathematical nature that, even though they are precise descriptions of the form, do not offer any clear way to refer to them unless a person is trained in the language of mathematics. Design Procedures proposes a way of looking at designs as a procedural enterprise where complex shapes are the result of computational process in a step by step basis.
(cont.) Design Procedures in combination with appropriate descriptions of spatial attributes, can offer some light in the dialog of irregular non-Euclidean forms and their properties. This thesis presents the application of Design Procedures to three case studies: 1) The generation of the columns of the Sagrada Familia; 2) The description of non regular shapes in the rod symmetry groups, in particular of double twisted geometries; and 3) The application to a computer program for the generation of non-Euclidean complex shapes for high-rise buildings.
by Carlos Roberto Barrios Hernandez.
Ph.D.
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Hudson, Roland. "Strategies for parametric design in architecture : an application of practice led research." Thesis, University of Bath, 2010. https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.524059.
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A new specialist design role is emerging in the construction industry. The primary task related to this role is focused on the control, development and sharing of geometric information with members of the design team in order to develop a design solution. Individuals engaged in this role can be described as a parametric designers. Parametric design involves the exploration of multiple solutions to architectural design problems using parametric models. In the past these models have been defined by computer programs, nowcommercially available parametric software provides a simpler means of creating these models. It is anticipated that the emergence of parametric designers will spread and a deeper understanding of the role is required. This thesis is aimed at establishing a detailed understanding of the tasks related to this new specialism and to develop a set of considerations that should be made when undertaking these tasks. The position of the parametric designer in architectural practice presents new opportunities in the design process this thesis also aims to capture these. Developments in this field of design are driven by practice. It is proposed that a generalised understanding of applied parametric design is primarily developed through the study of practical experience. Two bodies of work inform this study. First, a detailed analytical review of published work that focuses on the application of parametric technology and originatesfrompractice. This material concentrates on the documentation of case studies from a limited number of practices. Second, a series of case studies involving the author as participant and observer in the context of contemporary practice. This primary research of applied use of parametric tools is documented in detail and generalised findings are extracted. Analysis of the literature from practice and generalisations based on case studies is contrasted with a review of relevant design theory. Based on this, a series of strategies for the parametric designer are identified and discussed.
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Landis, Mark J. "Development of a Parametric Data-Driven Fixed Shading Device Design Workflow." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2019. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1553250987067742.
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Moyer, Craig E. "Vox Populi: The Crowdsourced Building." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2016. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1463130553.
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Miller, August. "Vertical Urbanism." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2013. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1367925374.
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Fatkins, Paul J. "Digital Integration in the Design Process." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1306500492.
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Wittkugel, Andrew E. "From static to dynamic: an investigation of flexible architecture." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2012. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1337286972.
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Waite, Clea Theresa. "The facial action control editor, face : a parametric facial expression editor for computer generated animation." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1989. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/14377.
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Wortmann, Thomas Alois. "Representing shapes as graphs : a feasible approach for the computer implementation of parametric visual calculating." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/82166.
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Thesis (S.M. in Architecture Studies)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Architecture, 2013.This electronic version was submitted by the student author. The certified thesis is available in the Institute Archives and Special Collections.
Cataloged from student-submitted PDF version of thesis.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 62-66).
Computational design tools in architecture currently fall into two broad categories: Tools for representation and tools for generative design, including scripting. However, both categories address only relatively methodical aspects of designing, and do little to support the design freedom and serendipitous creativity that, for example, is afforded by iterative sketching. Calculating with visual rules provides an explicit notation for such artistic processes of seeing and drawing. Shape grammars have validated this approach by formalizing many existing designs and styles as visual rule-sets. In this way, visual rules store and transfer design knowledge. Visual calculating in a more general sense supports creativity by allowing a designer to apply any rule she wants, and to capriciously see and re-see the design. In contrast to other explicit design methodologies, visual calculating defines a decomposition into parts only after the design is calculated, thus allowing formalization without impeding design freedom. Located at the intersection between design and computation, the computer implementation of visual calculating presents an opportunity for more designerly computational design tools. Since parametric visual calculating affords the largest set of design possibilities, the computer implementation of parametric visual calculating will allow flexible, rule-based design tools that intelligently combine design freedom with computational processing power. In order to compute with shapes, a symbolic representation for shapes is necessary. This thesis examines several symbolic representations for shapes, including graphs. Especially close attention is given to graph-based representations, since graphs are well suited to represent parametric shapes. Based on this analysis, this thesis proposes a new graph for parametric shapes that is clearer, more compact and closer the original formulation of visual calculating than existing approaches, while also strongly supporting design freedom. The thesis provides algorithms and heuristics to construct this "inverted" graph, for connected and unconnected shapes.
by Thomas Alois Wortmann.
S.M.in Architecture Studies
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Arslan, Selcuk Semra. "Proposal For A Non-dimensional Parametric Interface Design In Architecture: A Biomimetic Approach." Phd thesis, METU, 2009. http://etd.lib.metu.edu.tr/upload/3/12610478/index.pdf.
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Biomimesis, the imitation of animate and inanimate forms in nature to inspire new designs, is term introduced in the 20th century. The concept that there exist models and solutions in nature that may improve and optimize the way mankind lives has been the subject of much discussion. Although biomimesis as a well-defined discipline is a relatively recent concept, modeling nature is as old as mankind itself and can be seen in many different forms in all aspects of life.
In the field of architecture there have been several designs created by imitating/modeling or aspiring to forms in nature. Most of the &ldquoend products&rdquo
of these processes can be considered as milestones in the history of architecture, with their innovative form, structure, and construction techniques, and have resulted in developments in many fields through the pioneering of new and successful designs. The implementations of the concept of Biomimesis in the field of architecture are mostly observed in the design of forms. In the proposed study, besides those forms, structural behavior and the optimized response to internal and external loads of these forms, together with their geometrical configurations, have been studied to provide a methodology to understand relationships in nature for optimized structures and in the further steps a system design has been aimed. Within the frame work of methodology, in the first part of the study, form/structure groups in animate and inanimate nature are classified and their representative characteristics are discussed. The next part focuses on the &ldquo
shell&rdquo
, as a case to exemplify the proposed methodology. For this reason, the &ldquo
seashell&rdquo
form is chosen to explore the forms/structures in architecture. For this purpose, initially the definitions of a shell and its implementations in architecture have been examined and the &ldquo
real problem&rdquo
has been described: what are the codes in architecture to understand the language of shells in nature and how this knowledge can be translated to man made design. The modeling approaches of the researchers working on the seashells have been examined and parameters developed to generate a mathematical model closer to a real shell. A program has been written to generate the computational model of selected seashell Turitella Terebra as a case. Through a series of abstractions/assumptions first mathematical then computational model of the actual seashell have been obtained to explore the behavioral properties of shells. In the experimental part of the study, 86 shells have been exposed to compression tests, similar boundary conditions and loads have been applied to the computational model in two different FEA software, to compare simulation results with the experimental ones in order to check the precision and efficacy of the computational model. The results have been analyzed and a number of non-dimensional parameters are obtained. It is believed that potential relations in the realm of architecture regarding such non dimensional parameters would be a new era to talk new design methods and to construct optimized structures. Through this perception/thinking/designing/manufacturing method a platform would be formed to discuss the concept of Biomimesis in architecture subjectively.
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Grantham, Clayton Bruce 1955. "A PARAMETRIC STUDY AND REDESIGN OF THE BLAUSCHILD HIGH SPEED INSTRUMENTATION AMPLIFIER ARCHITECTURE." Thesis, The University of Arizona, 1987. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/276494.
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This work contains the analysis and redesign of a translinear circuit. This circuit appeared in the article by Robert Blauschild. The Blauschild circuit was analyzed on H-SPICE, a VAX computer circuit analysis program, with Burr-Brown Integrated Circuit Process 30 models. Circuit improvement to input voltage to current converter stage and circuit simplification of the output stage were implemented and simulated in the redesign. The results of the two simulations were compared, which showed that the improvements were valid and useful. Going through this redesign cycle of circuit analysis, computer simulation and bread-boarding served as an actual design engineering application with a real problem, solution, and result scenarios.
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Welch, Jeffery D. "Architectural Elegance." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2014. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1409065637.
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Haddy, Michael F. "Adaptive Harbor Machines: Design Approaches for the Changing Urban Coast." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2014. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1406881093.
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Shroyer, Noah. "[Sense]Ability: An Inquiry Into the Reclamation of Means and Methods in Architecture." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2016. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1459439349.
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Nattinger, Elena Jessop. "The body parametric : abstraction of vocal and physical expression in performance." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/95589.
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Thesis: Ph. D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, School of Architecture and Planning, Program in Media Arts and Sciences, 2014.Cataloged from PDF version of thesis.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 193-199).
Performing artists have frequently used technology to sense and extend the body's natural expressivity via live control of multimedia. However, the sophistication, emotional content, and variety of expression possible through the original physical channels of voice and movement are generally not captured or represented by these technologies and thus cannot be intuitively transferred from body to digital media. Additionally, relevant components of expression vary between different artists, performance pieces, and output modalities, such that any single model for describing movement and the voice cannot be meaningful in all contexts. This dissertation presents a new framework for flexible parametric abstraction of expression in vocal and physical performance, the Expressive Performance Extension Framework. This framework includes a set of questions and principles to guide the development of new extended performance works and systems for performance extension, particularly those incorporating machine learning techniques. Second, this dissertation outlines the design of a multi-layered computational workflow that uses machine learning for the analysis and recognition of expressive qualities of movement and voice. Third, it introduces a performance extension toolkit, the Expressive Performance Extension System, that integrates key aspects of the theoretical framework and computational workflow into live performance contexts. This system and these methodologies have been tested through the creation of three performance and installation works: a public installation extending expressive physical movement (the Powers Sensor Chair), an installation exploring the expressive voice (Vocal Vibrations), and a set of performances extending the voice and body (Crenulations and Excursions and Temporal Excursions). This work lays the groundwork for systems that can be true extensions of and complements to a live performance, by recognizing and responding to subtleties of timing, articulation, and expression that make each performance fundamentally unrepeatable and unique.
by Elena Jessop Nattinger.
Ph. D.
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Pompei, F. Joseph (Frank Joseph) 1973. "Sound from ultrasound : the parametric array as an audible sound source." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2002. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/7987.
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Thesis (Ph. D.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, School of Architecture and Planning, Program in Media Arts and Sciences, 2002.Vita.
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A parametric array exploits the nonlinearity of the propagation medium to emit or detect acoustic waves in a spatially versatile manner, permitting concise, narrow directivity patterns otherwise possible only with physically very large transducer geometries. This thesis explores the use of the parametric array as an audible sound source, permitting audible sound to be generated with very high directivity compared to traditional loudspeakers of comparable size. The thesis begins with a review of basic underlying mathematics and relevant approximate solutions of nonlinear acoustic systems. Then, these solutions are used to construct suitable methods of ultrasonic synthesis for low-distortion audio reproduction. Geometrical modelling methods for predicting the acoustic distribution are presented and evaluated, and practical applications are explored experimentally. Issues of risk associated with ultrasonic exposure are presented, and the feasibility of a phased-array system for beam control is explored.
F. Joseph Pompei.
Ph.D.
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Sunderland, Eric J. "Building Information Modeling and the Parametric Boundary of Design." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2010. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1277136795.
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Funderburk, Joshua A. "Intervention of Performance: Applications of Parametric Studies on Connective Design in Public Interaction." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2021. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1617109690521955.
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Samant, Swinal R. "A parametric investigation of the influence of atrium facades on the daylight performance of atrium buildings." Thesis, University of Nottingham, 2011. http://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/12303/.
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Atria have proliferated in a range of contemporary buildings and daylighting is perhaps their most valuable aspect. This thesis is an exploration of the effects of atrium facades on the daylight performance of an atrium and its adjoining spaces. It examines the effects of atrium wall surface reflectance distribution patterns, different surface types, and the location, size and proportion of fenestration and opaque areas in an atrium’s facade. The study seeks to provide knowledge that would be most useful at the early design stages of a project. The study uses Daylight Factor (DF) and Average Daylight Factor (ADF) to examine daylight levels in an atrium building. Chapters Two and Three develop an understanding of key daylighting concepts and consider specific daylight linked atrium parameters related to this study; atrium geometry and enclosing surfaces each of which is examined through an extensive literature review. Chapter Four demonstrates the effects of reflectance distributions and diffuse and specular surfaces on DFs across the atrium floor using physical scale models. Following this, in Chapter Five, the experiments are repeated using RADIANCE and results from the two methods are compared to establish their accuracies. ADF values, calculated using Littlefair’s (2002) algorithm, are also compared with those obtained from physical scale model and RADIANCE. Chapter Six establishes the range of atrium well indices in which surface reflectance distributions affect DFs. This then informs the experiments of Chapter Seven which ascertain the influence of different facade compositions (with variable and even fenestration from the atrium roof to its floor) on daylight availability in atrium buildings. To contextualise work undertaken in this thesis, the research findings are compared with data from real buildings. Finally, specific conclusions with regards to the effects of atrium facades on daylighting in atrium buildings are drawn before more wide-reaching inferences are made.
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Theodore, David Michael. "Towards a New Hospital: Architecture, Medicine, and Computation, 1960-75." Thesis, Harvard University, 2014. http://dissertations.umi.com/gsas.harvard:11658.
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This dissertation provides an account of how computing left behind its origins in academic and military research to become part of the hospital's equipmental setting. I examine the efforts of reformers, including administrators, planners, architects, and computer consultants, to provide appropriate accommodation for modern biomedicine. I explore three stories in order to untangle the admixture of architecture, medicine, and computation as they intertwined through a mutual engagement with automation, operations research, cybernetics, and biomedical research in the postwar hospital. In Boston, pioneering research consultants Bolt Beranek and Newman collaborated with the Massachusetts General Hospital on an experimental total information system known as the Hospital Computer Project. In London, architects Llewelyn Davies Weeks used computer algorithms to help design Northwick Park Hospital. And in Canada, the Montreal Neurological Institute adopted computing to transform its expertise in clinical brain imaging research. When possible, I emphasize specific computers, arguing that attention to the presence of the machine itself contributes to our understanding of hospital life.
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Meier, Daniel Steven. "Generative Modeling as a tool in Urban Riverfront Design; an exploration of Parametric Design in Landscape Architecture." The Ohio State University, 2012. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1338355682.
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Neupane, Babita. "Exploring forms of masonry vaults built without centering." Kent State University / OhioLINK, 2020. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1605833281316528.
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Panchuk, Neal. "An Exploration into Biomimicry and its Application in Digital & Parametric [Architectural] Design." Thesis, University of Waterloo, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10012/2876.
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Biomimicry is an applied science that derives inspiration for solutions to human problems through the study of natural designs, systems and processes. This thesis represents an investigation into biomimicry and includes the development of a design method based on biomimetic principles that is applied to the design of curved building surfaces whose derived integral structure lends itself to ease of manufacture and construction. Three design concepts are produced that utilize a selection of natural principles of design outlined in the initial biomimetic investigation. The first design visualizes the human genome as a template on which the process of architectural design and construction can be paralleled. This approach utilizes an organizational structure for design instructions, the adherence to an economy of means, and a holistic linking of all aspects of a design characteristic of the genetic parallel. The advancement of the first design concept is illustrated through the use of a particular form of parametric design software known as GenerativeComponents. The second design concept applies the biomimetic design approach outlined in concept one to the development of ruled surfaces with an integral structure in the form of developable flat sheets. The final concept documents the creation of arbitrary curved surfaces consisting of an integral reinforcing structure in the form of folded sheet chevrons.
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Wild, Matthew C. "Digital Derivation: the role of algorithms and parameters in building skin design." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1427982157.
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Kahn, Sergey. "Thinking Outside The Grid: Structural Design Through Multi-parametric Growth and Self-Adaptive Analysis." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1491317566570458.
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Montás, Laracuente Nelson Bernardo. "Performance Software Approaches for Kinetic Architecture: Programmable Matter Based Simulations." Doctoral thesis, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10803/378359.
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The Ph.D. project is basically an investigation and development concerning kinetic architecture design software support that will be used to simulate the behavior of shape memory materials (SMM-- specifically Nickel-Titanium --Ni-Ti-- alloys, Linear -LCP- and multi-block co-polymers -MBCP-) and which will work as either a plug-in, an add-on or a script in an already existing design platform (like Rhino/Grasshopper or Processing) preferably (but not limited to) Open Source that can give architects and engineers the ability to design and test-run kinetic components and, hopefully someday, entire buildings in a digital work space, before having to do so in a laboratory environment.
The project's theoretical framework is based on William Zuk's and Michael Fox's kinetic architecture concepts, Dan Raviv and Skylar Tibbits's work on programmable matter within the Self Assembly Lab at MIT while it also touches some of Dennis Dollens ideas about utilizing generative software tools and methods to address architectural design (specifically, a paper called The Cathedral Is Alive: Animating Biomimetic Architecture). Its most important theoretical objective is to find ways in which to utilize these materials within the conception and development of passive kitnetic architecture systems (K. A. which is, as of today, mostly computer controlled --therefore, electricity consuming).
The material science aspect of the project is being informed by Otsuka & Wayman's research about Nickel-Titanium1 (Ni-Ti) alloys, Lendelein & Kelch's research about shape-memory polymers, Rottiers et al.'s research about SMM and their applications3. To test and develop the software functionality it is needed to analyze certain examples of kinetic architecture (as case studies) and to understand how to mathematically model (and subsequently code in the program's application programming interface -API- and/or user interface -UI-) the material's properties in order to compute and simulate their behavior in the program's work space (in relation to their stimulus/form/movement). This thesis will carry out experiments in that direction and arrive at conclusions about the subject matter.
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Aljukic, Melika. "The Third Digital Turn of Non-Standard Architecture." Thesis, The University of Sydney, 2020. https://hdl.handle.net/2123/25664.
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This thesis explores Non-Standard Architecture, a movement in Postmodern architecture on non-Euclidean parametric and algorithmic formalism, and suggests a series of inherent limits prevented its full realisation. The thesis answers how these limits might be overcome by formulating the Third Digital Turn of Non-Standard. The Third Digital Turn emerged from the Second Digital Turn, an architectural movement from 2012 that realised parametric architecture through novel methods of form finding and construction using parametric data models and robotics. Through the Third Digital Turn the thesis formulates the Statutes of Non-Standard Architecture that describe the process of legislation in terms of the invention of new practice for Non-Standard Architecture.
The thesis traces the evolution of the Second Digital Turn through novel interpretations of geometric lineage across architectural epochs, and identifies parametrisation with the codified law of architecture beginning in the Renaissance. The thesis identifies a gap between the possibilities of digital technologies in architecture and the current capacities of the building industry to realise them. Persistent challenges to achieving these objectives of automation are the limits of the regulatory environment and conservative construction practices. The thesis argues that such inherent limits can be overcome by reconsidering the existing regulations that frame technology and by implementing a methodology for ecological governance in architecture.
The thesis contributes to the field in two key areas. First, it evolves Non-Standard architectural codification and production processes to extend the capacity of existing skills and technologies. Second, it indicates opportunities for environmental sustainability with protocols for Non-Standard design and construction, functional grading of material and automation in architecture.
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Rigopulos, Alexander. "Growing music from seeds : parametric generation and control of seed-based msuic for interactive composition and performance." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/29083.
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Staves, Daniel Robert. "Associative CAD References in the Neutral Parametric Canonical Form." BYU ScholarsArchive, 2016. https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/6222.
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Due to the multiplicity of computer-aided engineering applications present in industry today, interoperability between programs has become increasingly important. A survey conducted among top engineering companies found that 82% of respondents reported using 3 or more CAD formats during the design process. A 1999 study by the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) estimated that inadequate interoperability between the OEM and its suppliers cost the US automotive industry over $1 billion per year, with the majority spent fixing data after translations. The Neutral Parametric Canonical Form (NPCF) prototype standard developed by the NSF Center for e-Design, BYU Site offers a solution to the translation problem by storing feature data in a CAD-neutral format to offer higher-fidelity parametric transfer between CAD systems. This research has focused on expanding the definitions of the NPCF to enforce data integrity and to support associativity between features to preserved design intent through the neutralization process. The NPCF data structure schema was defined to support associativity while maintaining data integrity. Neutral definitions of new features was added including multiple types of coordinate systems, planes and axes. Previously defined neutral features were expanded to support new functionality and the software architecture was redefined to support new CAD systems. Complex models have successfully been created and exchanged by multiple people in real-time to validated the approach of preserving associativity and support for a new CAD system, PTC Creo, was added.
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Zhu, Qisheng. "Geo-mimicry for the Finger Lakes Tourist Center." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1491316227158204.
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Freeman, Robert Steven. "Neutral Parametric Canonical Form for 2D and 3D Wireframe CAD Geometry." BYU ScholarsArchive, 2015. https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/5688.
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The challenge of interoperability is to retain model integrity when different software applications exchange and interpret model data. Transferring CAD data between heterogeneous CAD systems is a challenge because of differences in feature representation. A study by the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) performed in 1999 made a conservative estimate that inadequate interoperability in the automotive industry costs them $1 billion per year. One critical part of eliminating the high costs due to poor interoperability is a neutral format between heterogeneous CAD systems. An effective neutral CAD format should include a current-state data store, be associative, include the union of CAD features across an arbitrary number of CAD systems, maintain design history, maintain referential integrity, and support multi-user collaboration. This research has focused on extending an existing synchronous collaborative CAD software tool to allow for a neutral, current-state data store. This has been accomplished by creating a Neutral Parametric Canonical Form (NPCF) which defines the neutral data structure for many basic CAD features to enable translation between heterogeneous CAD systems. The initial architecture developed begins to define a new standard for storing CAD features neutrally. The NPCF's for many features have been implemented in a multi-user interoperability program and work between NX and CATIA CAD systems. The 2D point, 2D line, 2D arc, 2D circle, 2D spline, 3D point, extrude, and revolve NPCF's will be specifically defined. Complex models have successfully been modeled and exchanged in real time and have validated the NPCF approach. Multiple users can be in the same part at the same time in different CAD systems and create and update models in real time.
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Anomasiri, Namkhang. "The Final Cut : Transformations of laser-cut textile surfaces for placemaking." Thesis, Konstfack, Inredningsarkitektur & Möbeldesign, 2011. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:konstfack:diva-7844.
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My project explores the possibilities of shaping space using lightweight textile-based elements. The focus is on the transformation of surface patterns into three-dimensional forms, using analogue parametric design with laser-cut beds as a main testbed. The result is a smorgasbord of prototypes: spatial configurations that divide and define space. Each design is a permeable three-dimensional form that projects a unique pattern of shadow and light. The basis of my project comes from an initial investigation of Uppsala public libraries’ needs for flexible solutions. The libraries have housed many civic activities that I have experienced in recent years since moving to Uppsala in 2018. With their requirement of multiple types of use, I propose using fabric infrastructure as configurable room dividers. I use discarded textile (used carpets, fabric remnants) as the starting point for each prototype. The material itself imposes certain restrictions on the work. Each new piece of fabric acquired a problem waiting for a solution. In this sense, the finished prototype constitutes a solved puzzle. One key objective is to create designs that are flexible while still being robust enough to be portable. Another key objective is to create inviting and organic designs. While I used laser cutters to cut the fabric into precise patterns, I allowed gravity and light to create an imperfect and organic end-result. However, the outcome of my experimental exploration is a system and a technique for making use of discarded textile materials to create atmospheres and spaces.
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Albayrak, Canan. "Performative Architecture As A Guideline For Transformation Of The Defence Line Of Amsterdam." Master's thesis, METU, 2011. http://etd.lib.metu.edu.tr/upload/12613096/index.pdf.
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The main topic that is researched in this study is: what performative architecture is and
its role in the design process and product. In the scope of performative architecture the
aim is to focus what a building does rather than what it is and the fact that architecture
should have the capability of being adaptable to changing time, conditions and
environment. A design problem is taken under consideration and designed from the
scope of performative architecture. The design problem is the transformation of the
Defence Line around Amsterdam, designing new buildings with the recent technologies as
additions to the forts remaining from 1900&rsquos. A &ldquo
performative model&rdquo
, which supports design from the conceptual stage until production of scale prototypes is structured by the author for this specific design problem. This performative model is used as a case study for the research of the role of the computational design tools in the design process and product of performative architecture. In addition to the design process, the role of using computer
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Irber, Tomáš. ""MRAKODRAP" - architektonická studie výškové stavby u Právnické fakulty Masarykovy univerzity v Brně." Master's thesis, Vysoké učení technické v Brně. Fakulta architektury, 2010. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-215665.
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In this diploma thesis, I have tried to design a high-rise building in Brno and offer new opportunities for built-up areas in a manner that respects the future of urban development. I have applied the principles of nature patterns on the very structure of the building and thus I have reached the perfection of nature, which in my view offers an elegant, simple and already proven solution.
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Chiu, Po-Hung. "The Structure of L-System." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1439307516.
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Ferrucci, Margherita. "Ventilation naturelle en architecture : méthodes, outils et règles de conception." Thesis, Paris Est, 2017. http://www.theses.fr/2017PESC1080.
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La ventilation naturelle est une stratégie passive qui permet l'échange naturel d'air entre le bâtiment et l'environnement extérieur. Elle assure une bonne qualité de l'air intérieur, améliore le confort thermique et elle réduit les besoins énergétiques, les émissions de gaz à effet de serre et les symptômes liés au syndrome du bâtiment malsain. Bien que les avantages et les bénéfices de la ventilation naturelle soient multiples, son usage est rare dans l'architecture contemporaine. Bien sûr, il existe des limites à sa mise en œuvre dans certains bâtiments, comme la mauvaise qualité de l'air extérieur, mais ces problèmes ne justifient pas une utilisation si peu répandue. La cause de sa faible diffusion est principalement liée à la difficulté de la conception plutôt que aux facteurs physiques liés à l'environnement. La thèse vise à fournir différents outils pour comprendre la dynamique des fluides dans les bâtiments et développer des techniques et des méthodes pour aider la conception des bâtiments ventilés naturellement. L'approche adoptée dans la thèse est modélisée selon les besoins du concepteur qui peut choisir d'utiliser différents types de supports tels que: utiliser des outils graphiques ou des modélisations numériques, s'inspirer de l'architecture contemporaine et répéter les solutions technologiques existantes, utiliser des outils de modélisation physique, s'inspirer du passé ou du monde naturel. Ici plusieurs aspects de la ventilation naturelle sont traités en apportant à chacun une contribution innovante afin de créer des outils d'aide pour différents phases de la conception : Les objectifs de la thèse sont de créer des outils innovants qui simplifient la conception à des niveaux différents. Nous avons créé donc, des outils et des modèles graphiques simplifiés pour choisir la forme du bâtiment et son orientation, des lignes directrices pour le dimensionnement des dispositifs de ventilation (cheminées de toit), des méthodes expérimentales simplifiées associées à des codes de lecture des écoulements d'air. Nous avons également élargit le panorama culturel et historiques et nous avons créé des indications morphologiques dérivant de l'analyse de l'architecture biomimétique. Grâce à une analyse CFD paramétrique, des outils graphiques sont générés pour évaluer, de manière comparative, les performances de ventilation d'une famille morphologique de bâtiments et choisir la forme du bâtiment, son orientation et la position des ouvertures. Nous créons des lignes directrices pour la conception et le pré-dimensionnement des dispositifs de ventilation. Les règles sont déterminées par une analyse comparative de neuf projets de bâtiments contemporains ventilés naturellement dans lesquels le dispositif de ventilation est présent. Une soufflerie est conçue et réalisée pour simplifier les visualisations des écoulements d'air autour des modèles de bâtiments et nous proposons une méthode pour réaliser des expérimentations de support à la conception. Le système de refroidissement géothermique d'une ancienne villa à Costozza (Vicence, Italie) est étudié. Cette section élargit la connaissance du patrimoine architectural italien et souligne l'importance de redécouvrir des solutions technologiques bioclimatiques existantes, toujours en fonction. On analyse une structure animale: le nid d'un insecte. Il s'agit d'un archétype bioclimatique qu'il peut être utilisé dans l'architecture en tant que technologie biomimétiqueNatural ventilation is a passive ventilation strategy of confined spaces that consists of natural air exchange between the building and the outdoor environment. Natural ventilation ensures a good indoor air quality, it improves the thermal comfort and it reduces the greenhouses gases emission, the energy demand and the symptoms associated with the Sick Building Syndrome. Although the advantages and benefits of natural ventilation are multiple, its application is rare to contemporary architecture. By the way, there are some limits to its implementation, such as the bad quality of outdoor air, but that does not justify a so limited design of naturally ventilated buildings. The cause of its rare diffusion is primarily the difficulty of design rather than the factors related to the environment. The thesis intends to provide multiple tools for understanding the fluid dynamics in buildings and to develop techniques and methods to support the design of naturally ventilated buildings. The approach adopted in the thesis is modeled according to the needs of the designer. In fact, a designer can choose to use different types of support tools such as: use of graphic tools or numerical models, inspiration to contemporary architecture to provide the existing technology solutions, use of physical modeling tools, inspiration to the past or to the nature. Often, the design is a global process and does not need a single tool but the designer uses more than one. Here, several aspects of natural ventilation are dealt with, trying to make an innovative contribution to each of these themes, in particular : Through a parametric CFD analysis, graphical tools are generated to evaluate, adopting a comparative approach, the ventilative performance of a morphological family of buildings and to choose the shape of the building, its orientation and the position of the openings. Guidelines are set for the design and pre-dimensioning of ventilation devices. The rules are determined by a comparative analysis of nine contemporary ventilation projects in which the ventilation device is present. An optimized wind tunnel is created to simplify airflow visualizations around building models. We provide also a method to make simplified experimentations, an aiding-design tool, and a code that allows to understand the views with the smoke. We study the geothermal cooling system of an ancient villa in Costozza (Vicenza, Italy). This section extends the knowledge of the Italian architectural heritage and highlights the importance of rediscovering existing bioclimatic technology solutions, still in operation. An animal structure is analysed: the bug of an insect. This is a bioclimatic archetype and therefore it can be applied to architecture as a biomimetic technology