Form, Furniture and Fashion

Summary: We propose a novel framework for the computational design of tensegrity structures, which are constructions made of struts and cables, held rigid by continuous tension between the elements. We introduce an algorithm to create free-form tensegrity that satisfy both fabrication and geometric constraints, and faithfully approximate input geometric shapes.

Author(s): Nico Pietroni, CNR-ISTI
Marco Tarini, CNR-ISTI
Amir Vaxman, Universiteit Utrecht
Daniele Panozzo, New York University
Paolo Cignoni, CNR-ISTI

Speaker(s): Nico Pietroni, ISTI - CNR

Summary: We provide a tool for freeform architectural design that performs a combined form and stress optimization with the goal to create structures of minimal weight. We incorporate properties relevant to statics and features relevant to architectural design like flat panels and the alignment of principal curves with the boundary.

Author(s): Martin Kilian, Vienna University of Technology
Davide Pellis, Vienna University of Technology
Johannes Wallner, Graz University of Technology
Helmut Pottmann, Vienna University of Technology

Speaker(s): Martin Kilian, Davide Pellis, Vienna University of Technology

Summary: We present computational methods for supporting the design and construction of reconfigurable interlocking assemblies, which are typically furniture. By using our methods, we can generate a common set of parts with compatible joints, such that the same set of parts can be assembled into interlocking furniture of different forms.

Author(s): Peng Song, University of Science and Technology of China
Chi-Wing Fu, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Yueming Jin, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hongfei Xu, University of Science and Technology of China
Ligang Liu, University of Science and Technology of China
Pheng-Ann Heng, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Daniel Cohen-Or, Tel Aviv University

Speaker(s): Peng SONG and Chi-Wing FU, University of Science and Technology of China and the Chinese University of Hong Kong

Summary: Our approach helps model and fabricate ornamental objects by decorating a base surface with tiles. The result prints as a set of flat patches that are folded and later assembled, thanks to hinge and snap-fit joints. We carefully optimize the packing, the decomposition into patches, and the joint locations.

Author(s): Weikai Chen, The University of Hong Kong, USC Institute for Creative Technologies
Yuexin Ma, The University of Hong Kong
Sylvain Lefebvre, INRIA
Shiqing Xin, Shandong University
Jonàs Martinez, INRIA
Wenping Wang, The University of Hong Kong

Speaker(s): Weikai Chen, The University of Hong Kong; USC Institute for Creative Technologies