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Prof. Dr. Juan José Castellón

EXperimental Models of Space and Structure

23RM_X08

RECIPROCAL MODEL / EXPERIMENT EIGHT

Xuefei Yang, Qile Gao, Annie Hu

PHYSICAL MODEL

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DIGITAL MODEL

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PROCESS

Reflecting on the lack of integration of our equilibrium model, our reciprocal model structural system is composed of hollow cylindrical modules in triangular prisms, arranged horizontally and stacked vertically. These cylindrical modules serve both as structural elements and enclosure spaces. When examining the cross-section, each layer of inverted equilateral triangles transforms the originally stable structure into a more precarious one, creating a sense of lightness and suspension. The sides of the triangular prisms form horizontal platforms, with loads transmitted down through the compression forces between the side edges and faces, distributed through the tensile forces in the faces, and compression forces between side edges in contact with each other in the layers below.

Prof. Juan José Castellón
Architect | Researcher

University of Miami School of Architecture
Dr.sc., ETH Zurich

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