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Why do geodesic structures save on building materials?

April 26, 2017building materials geodesic structures

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Why do geodesic structures save on building materials?

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The primary factor affecting efficient use of materials and energy in a structure is its shape. Think of a soap bubble. A sphere represents the smallest amount of material surface area needed to enclose a given volume of space. A divided sphere becomes one of the most efficient shapes known to enclose a given floor area.