Khushbu Kshirsagar, Paz Amsellem, Shai Gul , Sujan Shrestha

Statement

The dynamic dome is an iterative manifestation of dynamic tiling on the surface of a geodesic dome. The artwork attempts to explore the connection between transformations on geodesic domes and the theory behind spherical patterns-group theory. By blending abstract concepts from group theory, the artwork seeks to offer insights that can benefit industrial designers, particularly those working with tiling properties, during the early stages of product planning. Ultimately, the hope is to develop a series of mathematical toolkits presented through dynamic sculptures; where these tools aim to provide designers with fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to create efficient and inventive products.

Artworks

The exhibit showcases a structure that displays the dynamic movement of geodesic domes based on the relationships of spherical patterns. The model demonstrates the desired mechanism that transmits between two domes using the rule of groups. The initial stage of the model is obtained by rotating along the vertices and increasing the dome's volume, followed by a new pattern. The pattern can also be accomplished using cardboard, wooden sticks, wax thread, paper, MDF, and brass fasteners. These materials can express different goals, ranging from a fixed point of symmetry to a deformed plane.