Constrained Planar Remeshing for Architecture
Prof. Barbara Cutler
RPI
September 13, 2007
12:50 pm - 1:50pm
TBA
Abstract
Material limitations and fabrication costs generally run at odds with
the creativity of architectural design, producing a wealth of
challenging computational geometry problems. We have developed an
algorithm for solving an important class of fabrication constraints:
those associated with planar construction materials such as glass or
plywood. Starting with a complex curved input shape, defined as a
NURBS or subdivision surface, we use an iterative clustering method to
remesh the surface into planar panels following a cost function that
is adjusted by the designer. The algorithm was developed in
conjunction with an architectural design seminar at MIT.
Lunch will be provided at noon.