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INTRODUCTION
BASIC CONCEPT
The Digital Library needs a physical footprint for the We have identified eleven basic types of modules
input and output of digital information. that can serve most of the functions we envision are MODULES:
needed.
Our team has focused upon creating the 01 Collaborate
infrastructure for the input of physical, audio, and Each module can vary according to the need, 02 Scanner
visual information into the digital realm, and for budget, and particulars of the functions intended
the transfer of that digital information back into for it in any given location. For the purposes of
03 Audio Record + Remix
physical form of various sorts. We have conceived this study, we have chosen to represent them in 04 Video Record + Remix
of a number of modules that will serve to support three sizes; ‘minimum’ ‘Standard’ ‘Maximum’. Each 05 Display
or contain the equipment needed for the transfer ‘size’ is designed to correspond to different levels
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of the digital information. These modules are of financial capability, as well as frequency and
built with a flexible system of components that quantity of use. In addition, they can be customized 07 Hardware Checkout
can be designed digitally, transmitted to any to easily to respond to local needs. 08 Information
location, and fabricated using simple tools and
Noll & Tam Architects collaborated with Matthew 09 Digital Design
methodologies. The size of the forms allows them
Williams Design to create a sense of identity 10 Book Binding
to be fabricated from readily available standard
through bold graphics and signage. Thus, a method
materials such as plywood, MDF, plastics, metal, or 11 Curation
of interface for the digital library is introduced to
composite materials. Our intent is that the design
the public in an easiily recognizable and accessible
and fabrication techniques will be easily adaptable
manner.
to individual needs, and that the processes will be
open source, part of the creative commons.
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3. SYSTEM DESIGN
FLEXIBILITY: PENROSE TILING CONSTRUCTION:
The system for the module’s geometry is based We have chosen to use the ‘kite’ and the ‘dart’ tile The proposed system takes the two dimensional
upon Penrose tiling, a mathematical system of shapes for Library lab. Using only these two shapes, flexibility of penrose tiling and extrudes them into
two-dimensional tile shapes developed by Sir Roger many forms useful for creating the modules we three dimensions. Using a relatively small number
Penrose. The shapes can be combined in a variety need can be easily assembled. Constructed from of forms, a very wide array of larger configurations
of ways to create larger forms, and are particularly a minimum number of parts, the horizontal forms are possible. There are extrusions of the Dart and
flexible and useful for the purposes of our project. are combined with various vertical forms to create Kite shapes at 6”, 18”, 36”(desk height), and 96” (wall
tall objects, work surfaces, seating, and storage height) . Padded seating (at 18”). In addition, there
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penrose_tiling
elements. Several objects can be easily combined are Dart and Kite Table height units with legs.
to create larger forms to serve the needed
functions.
kite dart
BASIC PANEL SHAPES
Panels shown below would be used to create
the volumetric forms. Basic shapes are cut from
standard sized 4’ x 8’ (48” x 96”) panels, which is
the universal standard size for most sheet goods
providing the option of many different materials.
30” 30” 96” 96”
48” 48”
48” 48” 36” 36”
18” 18”
30” 30” 6” 6”
30” 30” 30” 30” 48” 48” 48” 48”
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4. FABRICATION AND MATERIALS: DISTRIBUTION:
The individual units are modular pieces of furniture The design patterns themselves will be open
which can be locally manufactured using widely source, using Creative Commons licensing. Units
available open source tools and ‘Fab Lab’ fabricators. may be shared freely, modified, but the designs
‘Fab Labs’ have become widespread throughout the themselves may not be resold.
country within the past 5 years as the cost of CNC
The final designs will be able to be distributed via
tools has gone down.
standard formats, such as PDF, AI, SVG, STL
The units may be made from whatever sheet
materials are most appropriate to the end user.
By designing the units in standard flat stock, any
number of materials may be substituted, such as
MDF, Plywood, Oriented Strand Board, as well as
other composites. Units may also be modified, if the
end user has the ability to do so.
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flat pack mallet by Vert Design flat pack mallet pattern by Vert Design chair by Sketchchair.com chair pattern by Sketchchair.com
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6. COLLABORATE
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Minimum Standard Maximum
Seating for 6 at a table. Table + seating with projection capabilities. Setup for a larger group such as panel
Storage. discussion, or lecture. Camera+Projector unit
for filming the meeting. Backdrop. Some
basic soft seating.
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Minimum
SCANNER
Standard Maximum
Scanner and computer w/ photo manipulation Scanner and computer w/ photo manipulation Bulk scanning of materials. Includes storage
software. software. Photo scanner for larger items, such as for larger projects. 2-camera scanner for
maps, oversize books or physical objects. high capacity scanning of whole books. OCR
software for conversion to text.
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8. Minimum
AUDIO REMIX + RECORD
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Standard Maximum
Computer, microphone, and mixing sofware. More acoustically separated for individual Miniature recording studio: acoustically
(Radio, podcasting, music mixing.) recording. Sort of like a personal audio-booth. separated. Higher quality recording
Additional headphones for group listening. microphone, and mixing. Allows for group
projects or classes.
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Minimum
VIDEO RECORD AND REMIX
Standard Maximum
Computer with video remixing equipment. Video booth. Includes Green screen + some Larger green screen, lighting, and camera
basic lighting. setup. Allows group or performance projects.
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10. Minimum
DISPLAY
05
Standard Maximum
Display for books and small objects. Display for medium size objects. Large format display
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Minimum
PRINT
Standard Maximum
Basic xerox printer. Additional work station combined with higher Multiple workstations with higher quality/
quality/larger format printer. larger format printer.
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12. Minimum
HARDWARE CHECKOUT
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Standard Maximum
Equipment storage: electronic equipment, Storage for medium sized items and tools. Storage for heavy equipment. Concrete mixer,
cameras, recorders, laptops. Musical instruments: Guitars, trombones. Home jackhammer.
improvement tools: saws-all, drills, saws.
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Minimum
INFORMATION DESK
Standard Maximum
Small podium w/monitor and directional Small desk w/ storage allowing staff to Large desk w/ storage allowing staff to check
information. check items in and out. items in and out.
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14. Minimum
DIGITAL DESIGN
09
Standard Maximum
Computer with 2d digital design tools. Layout Computer with 3d digital design tools: Wacom Digital fabrication: There are many tools which
space. (Desktop publishing, graphic design, tablet. Fabrication design software, Sketchup, could be added: Digital 3d object scanner. CNC
make EPUB books.) Autodesk123D, Blender. Paper cutter. 3D object printer.
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Minimum
BOOK BINDING
Standard Maximum
Paper cutter, presses. Assorted wood table top Paper cutter, presses. Assorted wood table top Paper cutter, presses. Assorted wood table top
equipment and tools. equipment and tools. Binding equipment. equipment and tools. Binding equipment.
Espresso (TM) Print on Demand machine.
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16. Minimum
CURATION
11
Standard Maximum
Desk w/ computer. Multiple workstations with signage. Multiple workstations with signage.
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