Capstone Thesis Project
Overview
This thesis explores biomimicry — drawing inspiration from nature to optimize structural design — to enhance greenhouse resistance to wind and gravitational loads.
The aim of this investigation is to research a variety of naturally occurring biological structures for the application of farming.
Approach
The design is inspired by honeycombs, which are integrated into the exterior of a geodesic dome greenhouse.
The study focuses on the structural aspects of greenhouses, using finite element analysis to evaluate effectiveness. Additionally, a 3D-printed scale model is created for potential physical testing.
Identical material to the large-scale application was produced for purposes of force testing, visualization, and other relevant physical analysis.
The University of Sydney
Vishant Prasad