Living on a better world in the future today

Mutya f. Yamsuan
Ernesto A. Yamsuan
Banaag f. Yamsuan
Jose Liwanag F. Yamsuan
Jose Tanglaw F. Yamsuan
Leticia f. Yamsuan
Dalisay f. Yamsuan

The three main enviromental challenge the world is facing today are:

1. Global warming or the El Nino phenomenon- too much dependence on oil and its gas emissions have had a negative impact on our Atmosphere. We need to find a better alternative energy to relieve our dependence on it.

2. Overpopulation- The continued growth of the world's population should be neutralized by increasing food production to satisfy the demand. We need a
a green house to protect those agricultural products from natural disasters

3. Natural disastrous forces, like rainstorms, Hurricane, earthquakes etc - A viable solution could be the answer to this issue i.e. harnesssing the inherent energy of the earth's resources

To address these issues, the submitter intend to incorporate his design solution literally under one roof: e.g. solar energy, magnetic suspension/fusion, in due respect to the researchers of each of the afrorementioned subject and of course the technology initiated by Buckminster Fuller that comprise his Trimtab principle.

Since college days we were fascinated by Mr. Fuller's discovery and development of the Geodesic dome and its notable application to a wide variety of project types, large or small alike, that are still commonly used today. in synonimous reference to the Trimtab principle definition of Mr. Fuller, The submitter developed his own set of Trimtab composed of nature’s holistic source of energy, These are:

1. Man’s creative energy to develop and improve his habitat.
The advent of computer technology has ushered in a new dimension in the building industry. Through the combined use of Analytic Geometry and computer 3 dimensional digital models, the submitter developed a way in supplementing Mr. Fuller’s ideas. A stretched variation of the module. Created and measured at .000001 mm. accuracy, without commpromising the consistent dimension of the equilateral triangle.

Arranged at random these modules created as an interlocking block when banded altogether form a monolithic structural space frame originally created by Mr. Fuller and whose structural principle is reminiscent of the ancient classic Arc of Bridge construction. (Please see det. 10 of conceptual details)

The 3D digital model exercises here underscores the module's flexibility to create modular structures of any massing or planning configuration be it a a high rise building, the roof of a multi-lateral surfaces of a typical residence, or perhaps a domical structure out of a square, a triangle or a rectangle as the 3D model shown at right on the first page of the drawings for that matter illustrates. These exercises, the submitter believes, bolster Mr. Fuller’s idea that the module he developed was indeed perfectly applicable to almost anything , expanding the construction horizon of its application to an infinite variety of forms and shapes.that can be replicated anywhere in the world. The concept applies to projects,large or small, from single family residential units to high rise structures, to neighborhoods, entire neighborhoods, and ultimately the whole town and cities.

2. The sun's solar energy.
The domical structures are self-powered by solar energy, the second holistic element of the composition. Each module/segment are composed of an equilateral triangle shaped layers composed of:
a. the outer layer, the external skin or roof, these material may vary depending on budgetary appropriation; and
b. the second inner layer - solar cell panel sandwiched by
c. The last layer which is the interior ceiling panel.

Energy-saving -
Solar energy generated by the solar cell panels within the airtight void space between the layers of the domical structure Which we refer to as energy cavity, the main core of the projects power supply, provides the buildings'heating and cooling systems need, working as temperature stabilizer.it covers the overall building envelope. This translates into an enormous savings in energy, since the vast space covered does not necessarily have to be fully air-conditioned. (Please refer to conceptual details in the last plate)

Environmentally friendly/applicable to any part of the world
These domical structures work in all types of weather conditions, from wintry West to the scorching desert cities of the Middle East. In fact,it can be said that these concept works at its best in severe climactic conditions. When heated, it shall deter snowflakes from building up while, at the same time, providing the right temperature to its dwellers. In place where the temperatures rise almost to a boiling point, its cooled covering is a most welcome treat. With a fully encapsulated airtight structure, it shall also serve to protect the occupants from sandstorm and skin penetrating dusts, creating a safer place to work and play, aside from sustaining a thriving greenery immune to any climactic change. These might also sustain mankind's demand for agriculture.
The green roof of the future today

3. The earth’s gravitational magnetic field energy theory.
Earthquake proof-
These domical roof in tandem with nature's inherent source of energy aside from the sun shall utilize a combined magnetic suspension and fusion to support its structural grid, insulating the monolithic structure from earthquakes. The whole structure may sway, slide and may even bounce, responding to any earthquake scenario. Indeed, it offers not just a green roof but the catalyst of the futuristic concept envisioned by Sir Buckminster Fuller.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________ To make these project a reality the submitter intends to:
A. Engage the services of consultants - To Proceed to the next level of the development by providing the construction working drawing documents for a project prototype the submitter shall engage the services of the following engineering consultants who have specialized knowledge in all kinds of building materials, solar energy, magnetic suspension and fusion nanotechnology,Air-conditioning heating/cooling systems
a. Structural
b.Mechanical
c.Chemical,
d.Drainage and
e. Electrical engineers

B. Request suppliers and manufacturers
Invite the following suppliers and manufacturers to submit their proposals for the purpose of erecting or constructing a project prototype self financed by their company for posterity purposes intended for world wide marketing and possible distribution at a reasonable scale to be agreed upon by the suppliers themselves within the parameters of the construction drawing documents provided by the submitter:
a. Suppliers of solar cell panels
b.Various construction material finishes,
c. Magnetic suspension and fusion products
d. Mechanical & electrical equipments
e. and other relevant manufacturers

C. The submitter shall Manage and supervise the erection or construction of the project prototype to make sure construction of the project is within the parameters set forth as orignally conceived.

The submitter welcomes any suggestion from the organizer of this competition that will further improve the viability of the project or accept recommendations for a consultant/supplier who may be referred by BFI.