Above demonstrates a practical application of the pinned tensioned tectonic. Chip board was used for economic reasons. However, acrylic or plexi glass will be experimented with next. Even with chip board, the pinned form comes forth from the intersections. This shows that the idea is practical. The scale of the connectors is way too large and are perhaps close to the scale of the final pins. I think a 6"=1' scale model could be next. This would allow a proper experimentation with plastic and the use of the CNC. Since the upper most members are so delicate (.5" at full scale) working in model form is difficult.Also, the secondary layer of the woven string can be applied at the next scale.
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interesting, eh? i think an increased scale will result in more precision and and will allow you to explore another level of detail and hierarchy of structure. it will also force you to confront the scale of available sheet goods and how you detail each part according to that size restriction. the acrylic model will certainly be beautiful, but it really needs to get at hierarchy more, the thinner pieces that make up the areas in between the existing grid are critical. finessing the pinning mechanism is also important to resolve at the finer level of detail.
so how does the interwoven strands of string (fishing line?) find it's position within the frame? are the subtle notches in each pieces that accommodate and guide the string? i think the tension of the string might conflict with the structure that is already in tension, forcing it to collapse inward - do you think this is the case? i guess we'll see - nice work.
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