Pneumatic Tests

Something that really does not come across in the still images of Stomata under construction is the pneumatic investigations Fil, Matt, and the rest of the team are undertaking. Here are a few video clips of the experiments with the inflatable materials, fans, and variable volume settings.

Parametricism, Physical Computing, and Lots of Plastic: Stomata Production

Despite what the final outcome will be of the Stomata Project, it is worth taking a look at some of the digital modeling and parametric workflows that developed the geometry of the installation.

Additionally, it is important to keep in mind the logistics and oversight of the physical computing required to make such installation work responsive.

Though all of the previous two components are critical in developing a strong design, the end result has to be fabricated, and in this case using a great deal of plastic and laser cutting...

Stomata In Progress

As Nuit Blanche is imminent, the Stomata group is readying their installation at the Bata Shoe Museum. Using the array of parametric modelling and fabrication tools, this year's pneumatic installation is quickly starting to shape up.