paper models : scale : aggregation

one aggregation of the various scales creates a snakelike spine of modules.

combination of the spines into many layers allows for analysis of another spine to become inherent within the fabric.

paper models : scale

AGGREGATION

I've begun to take the modules and aggregate them, once scale is involved. The scale itself starts at 1/2" units and scales upwards exponentially (1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 until the 5th size of 23/16" is achieved. The scaling allows for gaps to occur while the orientation begins on a circular/ snakelike path.

diagrams of some of my paper models

all these models are based on a simple fold on a 4"x1" layout.







a unit is formed (which is one individual petal).












the petal itself is allowed movement in various ways, but once attached to two other petals, creates a module.









the module is limited in movement from the facet of the petal that attaches to the others.









as the model becomes larger, what began as a flat piece of paper begins to create a curve. this is seen in greater intensity as more and more elements are added.









each module attaches to two others to create the cluster, or flower, as a six pointed star becomes the center with petals arranging themselves around it.