Above: The externally ribbed ringforcement dome concept. The idea here is to have a thin shell ringforcement dome with raised external rings embossed. "External" steel rings will be encased with cement/ concrete. The effect is for easthetic style exploration as well as utility of reinforcement. This dome could be a building of any size. The rings conform perfectly to a concrete dome shell, so placement can be freely and easily choosen.

New: Wall with contoured surface and ringed tessellations is tested.

 

This layout is arbitrary, other layouts may be more pleasing. Doors and windows need also to fit in. Ovals and other shapes might also be considered where curvature still offers some strength advantages.

Note: These pages are placed in the public domain and are furnished "as is". The author assumes no responsibility for the use or misuse of the concepts in this series. All authorities should be satisfied first, as might be required, by relevant laws, before any building proceeds.

Searching Synergy ........ Free Exchange of Ideas

Enersearch was incorporated in 1980 but never materialized financially.  A  synergy of concepts were developed and are reflected in the pages of this series.  The synergy continues as a single handed effort of Bo Atkinson, in Maine, USA.


Email comments welcome ~~~~~~~ boa1@pivot.net

Tel : 207 342 5796 . . . (Maine)

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Another 40 ft dome rendering from CAD

Small, minimalist but sculptural dome concept.

See some CAD sketches using curvaceous meshes.

Translucent dome built enirely singlehanded by author.

Newsflash: Pictures of preliminary ringforcement strength testing during summer of 2000.

Other shaped building examples employing ringforcement.

Cooperation in experimental prototyping is welcome.