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Achim Menges + Jan Knippers, Institute for Computational Design (ICD) Research Pavilion at the University of Stuttgart, Germany, 2014-5 (via archatlas)
‘The ICD/ITKE Research Pavilion 2014-15 demonstrates the architectural potential of a novel building method inspired by the underwater nest construction of the water spider. Through a novel robotic fabrication process an initially flexible pneumatic formwork is gradually stiffened by reinforcing it with carbon fibers from the inside. The resulting lightweight fiber composite shell forms a pavilion with unique architectural qualities, while at the same time being a highly material-efficient structure.’
