Generative column and beam layout for reinforced concrete structures in China

Christiane M. Herr*, Thomas Fischer

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This paper outlines generative strategies for the design of structural layout patterns of columns and beams in reinforced concrete structures based on contemporary local construction practice in China. Following an introduction to constraints and opportunities of this new potential context for generative design application, possible generative strategies are proposed and discussed, with a view to their viability within the local context. The proposed strategies are illustrated in terms of geometry, generative sequence and plausibility of construction and discussed in terms of visual and overall structural merit.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGlobal Design and Local Materialization - 15th International Conference, CAAD Futures 2013, Proceedings
PublisherSpringer Verlag
Pages84-95
Number of pages12
ISBN (Print)9783642389733
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Event15th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Futures, CAAD Futures 2013 - Shanghai, China
Duration: 3 Jul 20135 Jul 2013

Publication series

NameCommunications in Computer and Information Science
Volume369 CCIS
ISSN (Print)1865-0929

Conference

Conference15th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Futures, CAAD Futures 2013
Country/TerritoryChina
CityShanghai
Period3/07/135/07/13

Keywords

  • algorithmic design
  • generative design
  • reinforced concrete structuresChina
  • structural design
  • visual thinking

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