3. Walls, Floor, And Ceiling Are Supported By Tension
The entire structure of the Dymaxion House is supported on a single axis using tension. Cables connecting the floor, walls, and ceiling connect to the axis and bear the weight of the structure. It works using engineering principles similar to those of umbrellas and suspension bridges.
4. The Entire Dymaxion House Fit Inside A Shipping Tube
Buckminster Fuller wanted his Dymaxion House to be easy to ship anywhere in the country. The lightweight home could fit inside an aluminum shipping tube. The shipping weight was around 3,000 pounds, which is comparable to many of the cars we drive now. The design was easy to assemble and disassemble and could undergo relocation without difficulty.
Want to be happier in just 5 minutes a day? Sign up for Morning Smile and join over 455,000+ people who start each day with good news.
