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aim of the course is to develop the skills necessary to explore, design and
construct intelligently responsive kinetic structures and systems. The idea
is to create spaces and objects that can physically reconfigure themselves to
meet changing needs. Emphasis will be placed upon hands-on experience of advanced
design processes ranging from the conceptual idea to fabrication. The course
will provide practical foundations in advanced technological tools that can
be used for physical prototyping and construction. A full-scale working design
project will serve as the means to exploring CAD-CAM, the physical properties
of real materials, complex surface-structure experimentation and basic mechanical
motions. Students will work in groups of 3 on particular design projects of
their choosing that are integral with the overall design of the site. A complete
physical working object will be requited for successful completion of the course. |
