FORM FINDING with Kangaroo Physics / Grasshopper

🌟 Master Form Finding with Kangaroo Physics & Grasshopper on Rhino 7/6 🌟

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your design skills and explore the boundless possibilities of parametric design? 🚀 Our "Form Finding with Kangaroo Physics" online course is your gateway to achieving this! Dive into the world of Rhino 7 and Rhino 6 with downloadable course files and elevate your expertise in architecture, engineering, or design. 🎓

What You'll Learn:

Unit 1: Foundations of Kangaroo Physics

• Introduction to Kangaroo Physics
• Exploring Kangaroo I vs. II
• Understanding Hooke's Law
• Investigating Catenary Curves
• Comparing Newtons and Kilograms
• Analyzing Pendulum Swings 🌉

Unit 2: Exploring Structural Forms

• Generating a Catenary Mesh
• Ensuring Material Continuity
• Designing Tensile Membranes
• Studying Frei Otto's Seminal Works 🏛️

Unit 3: Mastering Complex Geometries

• Crafting Thin Concrete Shells
• Exploring Heinz Isler's Influential Projects
• Engaging in a Concrete Shell Exercise 🧱

Unit 4: Techniques in Planarization

• Perfecting the Planarization of Meshes and Polygons
• Flattening Hexagons for Precise Designs
• Achieving Circular/Spherical Coplanarity ➰

Unit 5: Origami & Developable Surfaces

• Folding Organic Tunnels with Origami Techniques
• Creating Developable Surfaces & Scheduling Strips 📏

Unit 6: Advanced Origami Applications

• Delving into Ron Resch's Origami Artistry
• Conducting a Case Study on Origami in Design

Unit 7: Dynamic Experiments with Lamp Shades

• Utilizing Origami for Digital Experimentations 🏮

Unit 8: Simulating Real-World Phenomena

• Modeling Particle Collisions (2D & 3D)
• Packing Circles on Surfaces
• Simulating Wind and Drape Effects on Designs 🌬️

Who Is This Course For?

This course is a treasure trove for:

• Architects seeking innovative design solutions
• Engineers from all disciplines looking to expand their toolkit
• Designers in Product, Jewellery, Fashion, Graphic, and more
• Students in these fields eager to push the boundaries of their projects

Course Requirements:

Before you dive in, make sure you have the following plugins installed:

• From food4rhino.com:

  • Kangaroo 2.42 & Kangaroo 0.099
  • Lunchbox
  • Meshedit
  • Firefly

• From giuliopiacentino.com:

  • Weaverbird

Get Started Today!

Embark on this exciting journey and learn how to harness the power of Kangaroo Physics within Grasshopper for Rhino 7/6. With our comprehensive, hands-on approach, you'll be creating complex, realistic forms that respond intelligently to physical laws in no time. 🛠️✨

Join us now and transform your design process with the knowledge and skills acquired from this course! Enroll today and let's make your creative visions come to life! 🎉

Don't forget to download the course files and get ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of form-finding. With Wassef Dabboussi's expert guidance, you'll be amazed at what you can achieve with Kangaroo Physics and Grasshopper. 📚✨