Zome Geometry Hanging Structure for Scalable Force Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hanging structures lack flexibility and scalability, limiting their functional and aesthetic applications due to rigid designs that do not effectively absorb compressive and tensile forces, and fail to provide a scalable, structurally stable three-dimensional space.
Innovation Solution
A hanging structure with a zome geometry design featuring a convex polyhedron shape, comprising compressive and tensile members that absorb and resist forces, allowing for adjustable facets, levels, and ratios, enabling scalability and enhanced structural integrity while providing a flexible and aesthetically unique three-dimensional space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If rigid designs are used for hanging structures, then structural stability is improved, but flexibility and scalability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The hanging structure is divided into modular components including compressive members, tensile members, and connector assemblies that can be independently configured. This segmentation allows the structure to maintain stability through standardized connections while enabling flexibility and scalability by adjusting the number and arrangement of modules.
Solution Approach 2:
The structure employs dynamic connector assemblies that allow for adjustment of geometric parameters such as facets, levels, and ratios. This enables the structure to adapt its configuration while maintaining structural integrity, resolving the contradiction between rigid stability and flexible adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable facets, levels, and ratios are implemented, then scalability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector assembly serves multiple functions including joining compressive and tensile members, adjusting geometric parameters, and maintaining structural stability. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate adjustment mechanisms, thereby improving scalability without proportionally increasing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The structure enables scalability by allowing adjustment of key geometric parameters (facets, levels, ratios) through standardized connector mechanisms. These parameter changes are achieved through modular reconfiguration rather than complex redesign, balancing adaptability with manageable complexity.
3Strength
If compressive and tensile members are used to absorb forces, then structural integrity is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The compressive and tensile members are designed with standardized dimensions, materials, and connection interfaces. This homogeneity simplifies manufacturing processes and quality control while maintaining the structural integrity provided by the force-absorbing member system.
Solution Approach 2:
The structure combines compressive members and tensile members in a composite framework that leverages the strengths of each member type. This composite approach distributes forces efficiently throughout the structure, achieving high structural integrity through the synergistic combination of member types rather than requiring overly complex individual components.
Data Source
AI summary
Hanging structure includes a structure frame, the structure frame having a substantially convex polyhedron shape, the structure frame comprising at least one facet, at least one level and a ratio; a plurality of compressive members being disposed to align along a substantially horizontal alignment on the structure frame and configured to absorb a compressive force, the plurality of compressive members further being disposed to delineate each of the at least one level; and a plurality of tensile members carrying the plurality of compressive members, the plurality of tensile members being disposed to align along a substantially vertical or diagonal alignment on the structure frame; and a plurality of moment resisting nodes defining attachment points between the plurality of compressive members and the plurality of tensile members.