Esquisse one - Triangulation

Background

Understanding geometry and especially triangulation is essential to the design process. As furniture designers you need to develop your basic understanding of engineering. Many architects today use triangulation to achieve the complex geometry that is driven by computer aided design.

Process

Using only 1mm wire and balsa wood (no glue or fixings) construct and document the following:-

• A five (5) sided pyramid 100 x 100 x 100mm
• Calculate the correct geometry to ensure it remains within these dimensions. (use trigonometry or real world modelling)
• Consider the flat pattern of the pyramid and angles to cut.

Submission

You will be marked on this esquisse at the end of class. It is critical that you consider the accuracy of the dimensional form as well as the detail of the construction. You will also be required to submit an image of ­­­your outcome and post to your blog.