<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[SketchUp tool for designing domes, casting molds, and waterproof cover patterns — looking for feature feedback]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">I developed a SketchUp-based tool for designing different types of dome structures.</p>
<p dir="auto">So far, the tool can generate geodesic triangular domes, as well as hexagonal/pentagonal dome systems based on repeated panel or block units.</p>
<p dir="auto">The tool does more than draw the dome. It can also generate casting mold dimensions, calculate the required angles, classify repeated unit types, and produce a report with the measurements needed for fabrication.</p>
<p dir="auto">It also supports customization of key parameters such as area, unit size, thickness, dome subdivision, and construction system.</p>
<p dir="auto">One of the useful features is the ability to generate a flat pattern for a waterproof outer cover. This can be used if the dome needs a sewn fabric or plastic membrane that matches the generated geometry.</p>
<p dir="auto">The original goal was to make a design workflow that could help in areas where cement and conventional building materials are difficult to obtain, by using local materials such as earth blocks, clay-based units, or other available resources.</p>
<p dir="auto">The attached image shows the current interface. The tool is working efficiently and can generate detailed reports for the required molds and fabrication dimensions.</p>
<p dir="auto">Possible use cases include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Earthen dome shelters</li>
<li>Mosque domes</li>
<li>Clay ovens</li>
<li>Lightweight tent frames</li>
<li>Waterproof cover patterns</li>
<li>Experimental dome structures</li>
<li>Educational or fabrication workflows</li>
</ul>
<p dir="auto">So far, I have tested the tool with:</p>
<ul>
<li>Triangular geodesic domes</li>
<li>Hexagonal/pentagonal dome systems</li>
</ul>
<p dir="auto">The next step is to make the tool more comprehensive by adding more dome and structural systems, such as:</p>
<ul>
<li>Geodesic Domes</li>
<li>Lamella Domes</li>
<li>Schwedler Domes</li>
<li>Reciprocal Frame Domes / Zollinger Domes</li>
<li>Polyhedral Domes</li>
<li>Space Frame Domes</li>
<li>Geodesic Hex-Pent Domes / Polyhedral Domes based on Hex-Pent Tessellation</li>
<li>Zome Domes / Zome Structures</li>
<li>Trillium Dome / Trillium Zome</li>
</ul>
<p dir="auto">I plan to add these systems gradually.</p>
<p dir="auto">I would appreciate feedback from designers, engineers, fabricators, builders, or anyone with experience in dome construction.</p>
<p dir="auto">What features or options would be most useful to add to a tool like this, especially for designers, technicians, or construction workers?</p>
<p dir="auto"><img src="/assets/uploads/files/1783602175820-%D8%B3%D9%8A%D9%84%D8%AB%D9%84%D8%B5%D8%AB.png" alt="سيلثلصث.png" class=" img-fluid img-markdown" /></p>
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