This project implements the mathematical algorithm of generating the ideal parameters for complex glass dome structures. It generates these structures using graph theory and takes the resultant two-dimensional pattern and lifts it to three dimensions. This will ensure that the dome is comprised of plane elements, allowing for the faces of the dome to consist of windows without any warping or bending of glass. The structure is analyzed using the finite element methods to calculate displacements, forces, and other pertinent parameters for proper selection of material. Safety factors are calculated to show the structural integrity of the dome. The design that is the cheapest to produce while meeting the safety requirements is chosen as the optimal structure.

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Creator

• Leonard, Samuel

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 67191
• E-project-050222-155253

Advisor

• Hou, Zhikun
• Moradi, Lee

Year

• 2022

Date created

• 2022-05-02

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Mechanical Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright