IAAC (5 articles)
IAAC's water-driven breathing skin material further advances technology in architecture
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the IAAC aims to expand the boundaries of architecture using technological advances.
the IAAC aims to expand the boundaries of architecture using technological advances.
self-adaptive membrane utilizes kinetic joints responsive to solar radiation
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the membrane is the result of research into the space memory alloy nitinol -- nickel and titanium -- which was used to develop a passive kinetic motor capable of adapting in »
the membrane is the result of research into the space memory alloy nitinol -- nickel and titanium -- which was used to develop a passive kinetic motor capable of adapting in response to environmental cues.
IAAC students create hydroceramic: a passive cooling system for buildings
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the structure combines cheap and efficient ingredients capable of saving up to 28% of the power consumption caused by traditional AC units.
the structure combines cheap and efficient ingredients capable of saving up to 28% of the power consumption caused by traditional AC units.
IAAC students create responsive architectural material system
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the drone actuated construction consists of a polymer material that can be manipulated into new geometries as heat is applied to its triangulated panels.
the drone actuated construction consists of a polymer material that can be manipulated into new geometries as heat is applied to its triangulated panels.
IAAC develops endesa solar pavilion for barcelona's 2012 smart city expo
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using digital fabrication techniques and intelligent design methods, the pavilion is a calculated form to optimize energetic and comfort needs.
using digital fabrication techniques and intelligent design methods, the pavilion is a calculated form to optimize energetic and comfort needs.