The Structural Factors in Biomimetic Grid-Shell Structures

A Comparative Study of Global Projects

Abstract

Biomimetic grid-shell structures are a recent engineering and architectural innovation that enhances structural performance through the mimicry of natural patterns. The increased focus on designs that are sustainable and efficient makes it, therefore, important to learn how various structural factors are effective in impacting the efficiency and stability of such structures. In lieu of the foregoing, this study will seek to analyze the structural factors of biomimetic grid-shell structures based on the comparison of several of the world's leading projects.

The research problem is: to what degree do key structural factors such as principal direction, stability, tessellation, and grid pattern influence the structural performance of biomimetic grid shell structures? Guiding this study is one central question: how could the efficiency and stability of biomimetic grid shell structures be improved by controlling these factors?

To achieve the research aims, a data analysis methodology has been applied to the data collection from five global major projects: London Aquatic Centre (2012), Morpheus Hotel, China (2018), Kaohsiung Pop Music Centre, Taiwan (2021), Heydar Aliyev Centre, Azerbaijan (2012), and Złote Tarasy, Poland (2007). These data were grouped, and correlation analysis was done to measure the relationship between different structural factors.

Results showed that the inclusion of design from both architecture and engineering sciences results in improved structural efficiency and stability. Also, balanced load distribution and minimized chances of distortion and collapse are some of the offerings by proper geometric tessellation and grid patternings. Biomimetic designs may provide innovative and effective solutions for the enhancement of structural performance.

This research has concluded that efficiency and stability in biomimetic grid-shell structures can only be achieved by using modern techniques with greater integration between architectural and engineering aspects. The study also highlighted the importance of focusing on sustainability in design by adopting biomimetic principles that mimic natural patterns.