Monday, September 13, 2010

structure




we have decided on a triangular module, that relates back to our earlier worktesselated into a wall, and triple layered for structural strength.
the final structure will be cylindrical, with the air blower and generator concealed in the centre. 


air blower

we managed to get a 1HP air blower for our structure. we tested it out on our first triangular module.





worked well, with no problems of over heating evident.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

helium tests

we began to test out different ways in which we could get our structure up and standing. First was helium.


we tested how much weight (how many bags) could be held up. and how it recorded it's movement inside and outside.