Congresses by Kevin Moreno Gata
IASS Annual Symposium 2019, 2019
The modular interlocked blocks in flat structures are known in ancient buildings with pure-compre... more The modular interlocked blocks in flat structures are known in ancient buildings with pure-compression constructions. Over the last two decades, this structural bond has become relevant, studied by mechanical engineers, and material scientists due to the properties and design freedom that modular structures have. The structural hierarchy existing in topologically interlocked structures enhance the performance, allowing to design and fabricate custom block elements. The main reason to consider this system is that, from the architectural perspective, it is composed by identical modular elements, and it discretizes flat or curved surfaces into elements that work only by contact and compression. This article presents preliminary studies for its application and different approaches for designing discrete interlocked assemblies with a focus on the application for architectural structures: studying the structural performance of contact analysis and introducing the combination of topological interlocking with different structural principles.
SBE16 BRAZIL & PORTUGALSUSTAINABLE URBAN COMMUNITIESTOWARDS A NEARLY ZERO IMPACT BUILT ENVIRONMENT , 2016
The main purpose is the design and development of an integral system for the
energy inspection an... more The main purpose is the design and development of an integral system for the
energy inspection and energy evaluation for buildings with high energy-saving potential,
which will make possible the proposal of effective rehabilitation actions towards the
reduction of the CO² footprint and the conversion of those buildings into zero-consumption
buildings.
First of all, all the typologies of buildings have been studied to choose which one is the ideal
model. A multidisciplinary approach has been applied to deal with this task, including the
design of an indoor unit mounted on a trolley and a UAV drone unit for the complete,
geometric and thermographic, measurement of the building's envelope. All processed data
have been compiled in Building Information Models (BIM) containing also all the
information required for the energy evaluation of the building. These models were made
with all the data georeferenced so they could be automatically incorporated into the energy
analysis software. Several of this energy analysis software were used to evaluate the model
and the results have been compared, focusing on the complexity and the percentage
deviation of results.
A methodology for evaluating the energy generated by buildings has been developed, and it
also includes the creation and evaluation of innovative building solutions that would lead
us to reduce energy consumption. These solutions have been gathered in a manual for use
in several similar buildings.
Papers by Kevin Moreno Gata
Einsatz von Rohholzelementen für tragende Strukturen und mechanische Analyse mittels bildbasierter Simulationsverfahren/Application of raw wood elements for load-bearing structures and mechanical analysis using image-based simulation methods
Bauingenieur/Der Bauingenieur, 2024
Geometrical analysis of naturally grown timber for the design of load-bearing structures
Generalised scaled boundary isogeometric analysis – a method for structural analysis of naturally shaped timber structures
Wood material science & engineering, Mar 7, 2024
eCAADe proceedings, 2020
Driven by the statement: what if buildings could think, this work continues with another inquiry,... more Driven by the statement: what if buildings could think, this work continues with another inquiry, what would happen if the building elements knew how to grow, regardless of the material they are made of, or if that building could respond throughout history to different challenges or structural needs. Therefore, this paper considers studying other structures evolved in time, such as trees and their predefined laws of growth. The construction elements could then be developed, responding to future scenarios, having the capacity to grow in volume, conserving their material properties, as a dynamic organism. This work presents a parametric approach, which, with the help of FEA, will stimulate the growth of the cross-section of a tree stem as if it were the cross-section of a building element.
Timber is a highly versatile material that can be used for a wide range of applications and produ... more Timber is a highly versatile material that can be used for a wide range of applications and products, including standardized construction elements such as bars, boards, and beams. However, these traditional timber constructions typically rely on straight logs, with naturally grown irregular elements like tree branches, forks, or curved logs often being discarded. Advancements in digitization tools, such as 3D scanning and image-based processing in parametric environments, allow architects and engineers to upcycle these discarded materials innovatively. This study proposes a method integrating discarded tree parts collected from timber harvesting forests. We have developed a structural joint-free knot system using timber forks that can be employed in bar-type structures. Therefore, we analyzed the morphological possibilities of the timber forks and used an optimization system based on their length and angle variations. The proposed knot system can seamlessly integrate into architectural designs with minimal processing and rapid assembly, providing a solution to managing this intelligently grown material. This approach can expand the application of grown timber in construction by utilizing naturally irregular elements that would otherwise be discarded. We suggest that this approach can extend the application of grown timber and provide a solution to managing this intelligently grown material.
Flat vaults pattern variations in the development of topological interlockingassemblies
Proceedings of the Creative Construction Conference 2023
Perceptible limitations of resources, energy and agglomerations of waste cause modern societies t... more Perceptible limitations of resources, energy and agglomerations of waste cause modern societies to consider and expand research on sustainable and natural principles. In this context, the building construction sector, with its large impact on material consumption and landfilling, requires special attention and consideration. Strategies may include: using recyclable materials, reducing material waste and entropy, and using bio-based materials that can be returned to the natural material cycle without any treatment or separation processes. The paper gives an insight into the design and elaboration of lightweight metal sheet structures, approaches to the use of raw wood for structures and structural purposes, and the material design of mycelium composite components for construction purposes. Parametric design tools enable the control of complex geometries both at the general and detailed level of metal sheet shells and folded plate structures. New approaches like Off-Knot-Design combined with digital taxonomy and parametric tools provide a new way to design frame, truss, or beam-like structures from raw wood parts. Material design principles and the use of symbiotic biological properties help develop fungus and wood composites that can be disposed without further post-processing. The shown approaches demonstrate how well-known materials such as metal sheets and old materials such as wood lead to innovative sustainable solutions through interdisciplinary knowledge combined with computer algorithms and tools.
DI-Terial – Development of Sensory-Informed Design-to-Fabrication Processes for the Efficient Use and Robotic Production of Discarded One-Off Hardwood Elements
Development of Construction Methods with Naturally Grown Timber and Bending-Resistant Joints
World Conference on Timber Engineering (WCTE 2023)
Flat vaults pattern variations in the development of topological interlockingassemblies
IASS Annual Symposium 2020/21 and Surrey 7th Inspiring the Next Generation, 2021
Study and Simulation of Self-formation for Local Tree Growth
World Conference on Timber Engineering, 2021
DI-Terial – Development of Sensory-Informed Design-to-Fabrication Processes for the Efficient Use and Robotic Production of Discarded One-Off Hardwood Elements
World Conference on Timber Engineering, 2021
Growing Construction Components - Design and simulation strategy for self-formation following tree growth
Proceedings of the 38th International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe (eCAADe) [Volume 2]
International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development, 2017
Energy consumption in buildings accounts for approximately one third of the EU energy consumption... more Energy consumption in buildings accounts for approximately one third of the EU energy consumption and CO² emissions, this is more than the consumption of industrial activity or transportation. Therefore, the rationalization of energy consumption in this sector has become a priority on the national and European energy policy, manifested by the appearance of specific regulations. Particularly noteworthy is The Spanish Strategy for Science and Technology, under the "Horizon 2020" of the EU, that states the challenge of producing safe, clean and efficient energy. In the case of existing buildings (in Spain there are 13 million homes most households amenable to be
The modular interlocked blocks in flat structures are known in ancient buildings with pure-compre... more The modular interlocked blocks in flat structures are known in ancient buildings with pure-compression constructions. Over the last two decades, this structural bond has become relevant, studied by mechanical engineers, and material scientists due to the properties and design freedom that modular structures have. The structural hierarchy existing in topologically interlocked structures enhance the performance, allowing to design and fabricate custom block elements. The main reason to consider this system is that, from the architectural perspective, it is composed by identical modular elements, and it discretizes flat or curved surfaces into elements that work only by contact and compression. This article presents preliminary studies for its application and different approaches for designing discrete interlocked assemblies with a focus on the application for architectural structures: studying the structural performance of contact analysis and introducing the combination of topologica...
Experimental Rooms: integration of parametric tools for designing spaces. Structure, light and sound. Magic spheres
Architecture In-Play International Conferences, Instituto Universitario de Lisboa, 11/07/2016-12/... more Architecture In-Play International Conferences, Instituto Universitario de Lisboa, 11/07/2016-12/07/2016, Lisboa, Portugal
This paper presents a design-to-fabrication workflow for spatial structures that make best use of... more This paper presents a design-to-fabrication workflow for spatial structures that make best use of a given stock of tree forks. Still little explored, the reuse of structural components beyond their traditional life cycle has the potential to significantly reduce the environmental impact of building structures. While previous work employs complex machining processes to harness the natural variation of tree forks, this work presents a new approach to optimize the use of resourced tree forks as load-bearing joints and find a matching between the intended geometry and naturally available inventory. This approach minimizes extra machine processing time by taking advantage of the structural potential of each individual tree fork that originates from its natural geometry and internal grain structure. The contributions of this paper include: (1) a digital approach for material library intake and management; (2) a geometric matching algorithm to match designed geometry and material library; ...
The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, 2019
Abstract. Applications of 3dscanning and digital manufacturing established a new understanding of... more Abstract. Applications of 3dscanning and digital manufacturing established a new understanding of the architectural space, making it possible to capture it at a specific time. The possibility to get them closer ease the recreation of a physical object. In the present work, different methodologies and post-production techniques are presented, starting from scans, and working computationally to prepare the models for additive manufacturing. To describe this workflow, two architectural examples are used: a historic façade of the XVI Century and the recent archaeological project, from II Century BC. The primary objective has been to get closer the world of 3D scanning and digital manufacturing. It has been focused on its application for the preservation of fragile cultural elements, not only in its conservation from natural disasters or human conflicts but also to study the possibility of replicating the elements and making them accessible in a digital way.
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Congresses by Kevin Moreno Gata
energy inspection and energy evaluation for buildings with high energy-saving potential,
which will make possible the proposal of effective rehabilitation actions towards the
reduction of the CO² footprint and the conversion of those buildings into zero-consumption
buildings.
First of all, all the typologies of buildings have been studied to choose which one is the ideal
model. A multidisciplinary approach has been applied to deal with this task, including the
design of an indoor unit mounted on a trolley and a UAV drone unit for the complete,
geometric and thermographic, measurement of the building's envelope. All processed data
have been compiled in Building Information Models (BIM) containing also all the
information required for the energy evaluation of the building. These models were made
with all the data georeferenced so they could be automatically incorporated into the energy
analysis software. Several of this energy analysis software were used to evaluate the model
and the results have been compared, focusing on the complexity and the percentage
deviation of results.
A methodology for evaluating the energy generated by buildings has been developed, and it
also includes the creation and evaluation of innovative building solutions that would lead
us to reduce energy consumption. These solutions have been gathered in a manual for use
in several similar buildings.
Papers by Kevin Moreno Gata