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We introduce a parametric modeling method in the field of computer-aided architectural conception, which aims to produce non-standard wooden walls and envelopes with CNC machinery. This method explores the application of polygonal cellular structures (as patterns) on facade and envelope interventions for new and old projects. We innovate by bringing the 3D production environment complexity into the conception model to improve the production of manifold woodworking items by CNC (Computer Numerical Control) 3D fabrication. A recent experimentation, tests the entire workflow from parametric modeling to production of two full-scale prototypes. The results prove the range of inputs offered by the method to be functional, though it needs various improvements in order to optimize parametric modeling and digital fabrication procedures. Future research will focus on treating a wider range of joints via parametric modeling and deal with joint creation regardless wall deformation to expand the morphological approach of non-standard wooden walls design.
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Calculated using 2 × 4 studs and 9 mm OSB sheathings. No top or bottom plates are considered.
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Data obtained from the prototyping experiment described herein.
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The described work was possible with the funding of the Lorraine region as well as the technologic and human support of the ENSTIB and the Laboratory for Studies and Research in Wood (LERMAB) at Epinal, France; the Map C.R.A.I and the School of Architecture of Nancy and the team of the wood challenges (défis du bois). Special thanks to Anis Bouali (CNC programming), Julien Lallemand (robot operation), Marie Claude Plourde and Esmael Moussavi (assembling and mounting).
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Gámez, O., Bignon, JC., Duchanois, G. (2015). Assisted Construction of Non-standard Wooden Walls and Envelope Structures by Parametric Modeling. In: Celani, G., Sperling, D., Franco, J. (eds) Computer-Aided Architectural Design Futures. The Next City - New Technologies and the Future of the Built Environment. CAAD Futures 2015. Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol 527. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-47386-3_16
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