Hedratecture and Expandable Platform
Publication: Journal of Aerospace Engineering
Volume 3, Issue 3
Abstract
This paper is directed only to the basic aspects of hedratecture. The word hedratecture is derived from the Greek “to build with hedrons.” It is used to describe the art and science of constructing with framed elements that are hedron‐shaped, usually in the form of the five convex polyhedrons. Hedratecture encompasses two major elements: the expandable platform and structures thereon. The platform when set on a surface by computer has the capability to incorporate within itself a whole variety of integrated lesser structures that provide dwelling units and a modular internal transportation system. The platform can be placed in a designated area as a hedron city or expanded in a linear dimension and in that mode it becomes a trestle or a bridge. The basic elements provide an endless variety of shapes with uses that vary from a small helicopter pad to a small city on earth. When placed on the Moon or Mars it can provide a telerobotically placed base.
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Journal of Aerospace Engineering
Volume 3 • Issue 3 • July 1990
Pages: 155 - 172
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Copyright © 1990 ASCE.
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Published online: Jul 1, 1990
Published in print: Jul 1990
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