The New Architecture of Phase Change: Speculations on Ice Rapid Prototyping (2007)
article⁄The New Architecture of Phase Change: Speculations on Ice Rapid Prototyping (2007)
abstract⁄The paper presents speculative avenues for constructing 3D ice models at various scales using traditional fabricating methods and modern CNC and rapidprototyping techniques. Canada has a long history of using ice and snow for the construction of houses igloo, ice palaces, and ice roads, in some cases dating back thousands of years. These techniques will be reviewed and evaluated for their suitability in modern uses. Computerdriven ice imaging and production methods present many opportunities and challenges. On the software side, we will speculate on how to use parametric software for formfinding on the hardware side, we will reflect on how to translate these models into task planning for icebuilding machines. Initially, these machines will be offtheshelf robots and rapid prototyping machines, but we envision using specially constructed ‘cold irons,’ ‘reicing’ robots, and automatic ‘ice bricklaying’ machines. Vapour deposition on a substrate is envisioned as well. An overview of the design and adaptation of water delivery systems, through drip or spray nozzles, as well as methods of cooling water through natural or artificial means will be given. The role of additives for colour and or strength will be outlined.
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| Year |
2007 |
| Authors |
Sijpkes, Pieter; Theodore, David. |
| Issue |
Expanding Bodies: Art Cities Environment |
| Pages |
32-39 |
| Library link |
Brian Lilley & Philip Beesley, 2007. bib⁄Expanding Bodies: Art - Cities - Environment. Riverside Architectural Press and Tuns Press. |
| Entry filename |
new-architecture-phase-change |
