On a Family of Symmetric, Connected and High Genus Sculptures

Year: 2006 Authors: Ergun Akleman; Cem Yuksel

Core claim

A six-stage topological modeling guideline can generate physically realizable, 3D-printable sculptures from a symmetric polyhedral start while preserving family resemblance.

Topics

high-genus sculpture, topological modeling, 3D printing, symmetric design

Domains

topology, polyhedral geometry, subdivision surfaces, sculpture, computer-aided sculpting, generative design, architectural form

Methods

mesh extrusion, handle construction, Doo-Sabin subdivision, rind modeling, Catmull-Clark smoothing

Media

ABS plastic, FDM 3D printing, acrylic paint, computer renderings

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