System of Geodesic Temple - Revision history

The eye: /* OVERVIEW */

2024-11-08T03:47:10Z

OVERVIEW

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	Geodesic Temple is an expression of the Disorient philosophy: individual cells work together to create the ever-evolving landscape of life. As such, Disorient is inspired by the biological model. It is an art-centered, inspirational and nourishing collective that feeds on positive energy. It is open source and creates systems that can be taken apart by others and from which new systems can be developed.		Geodesic Temple is an expression of the Disorient philosophy: individual cells work together to create the ever-evolving landscape of life. As such, Disorient is inspired by the biological model. It is an art-centered, inspirational and nourishing collective that feeds on positive energy. It is open source and creates systems that can be taken apart by others and from which new systems can be developed.<BR>

	Geodesic Temple is a modular system that uses the octahedron as a building block to create self-supporting structures. The octahedron is one of the five platonic solids. It has been used through the ages in sacred geometry and spiritual architecture. According to various traditions, each of the five platonic solids carries special teachings. The octahedron, also known as “the seed of life,” is symbolic of the union of heaven and earth, which exists within each of us. It also represents the Heart Chakra, serving as an expression of self-love and compassion. The octahedron is connected with the element of Air, consciousness, the breath of life, and new beginnings.		Geodesic Temple is a modular system that uses the octahedron as a building block to create self-supporting structures. The octahedron is one of the five platonic solids. It has been used through the ages in sacred geometry and spiritual architecture. According to various traditions, each of the five platonic solids carries special teachings. The octahedron, also known as “the seed of life,” is symbolic of the union of heaven and earth, which exists within each of us. It also represents the Heart Chakra, serving as an expression of self-love and compassion. The octahedron is connected with the element of Air, consciousness, the breath of life, and new beginnings.<BR>

	From this rich symbolic basis, Geodesic Temple derives a special power to enable profound personal realizations and transformative collective experiences. From a distance, the Temple seems complex, but as the viewer comes closer, she encounters a fundamental shift of awareness upon discovering the simplicity of the components and the logic of the structure. This shift of awareness challenges expectations, opening the heart and mind to new possibilities.<BR>		From this rich symbolic basis, Geodesic Temple derives a special power to enable profound personal realizations and transformative collective experiences. From a distance, the Temple seems complex, but as the viewer comes closer, she encounters a fundamental shift of awareness upon discovering the simplicity of the components and the logic of the structure. This shift of awareness challenges expectations, opening the heart and mind to new possibilities.<BR>

			Geodesic Templars are students of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vastu_shastra Vastu Shastra].<BR>

	==PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION==		==PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION==

The eye: /* HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS, SCREWS) */

2023-08-01T18:30:50Z

HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS, SCREWS)

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	==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS, SCREWS)==		==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS, SCREWS)==
	Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts~~. Therefore there is only one size hardware used throughout the system:~~ 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly ~~especially in difficult~~ situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can be used if the prescribed sizes are not available.		===1/4" Bolts===
			Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts so 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut is only size used throughout octahedra assembly and connections. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly less than perfect situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can be used if the prescribed sizes are not available.

	96 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to assemble one octahedron.<BR>		96 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to assemble one octahedron.<BR>
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	===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===		===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===
	In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws (1' x 1/4" or 1 1/4" x 1/4") are preferred but 1 1/4" sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to ~~have enough~~ holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>		In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws (1' x 1/4" or 1 1/4" x 1/4") are preferred but 1 1/4" sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to provide good holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>

	[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|366px]] [[Image:GeodesicTempleLagScrewForConnectors.jpg\|366px]]		[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|366px]] [[Image:GeodesicTempleLagScrewForConnectors.jpg\|366px]]

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	In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws (1' x 1/4" or 1 1/4" x 1/4") are preferred but 1 1/4" sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>		In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws (1' x 1/4" or 1 1/4" x 1/4") are preferred but 1 1/4" sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>

	[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|~~400px~~]]		[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|366px]] [[Image:GeodesicTempleLagScrewForConnectors.jpg\|366px]]

	==ASSEMBLY==		==ASSEMBLY==

The eye: /* Lag screws and sheetrock screws */

2023-06-02T20:32:19Z

Lag screws and sheetrock screws

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	===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===		===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===
	In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws are preferred but sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>		In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws (1' x 1/4" or 1 1/4" x 1/4") are preferred but 1 1/4" sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>

	[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|400px]]		[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|400px]]

The eye: /* Lag screws and sheetrock screws */

2023-06-02T20:31:01Z

Lag screws and sheetrock screws

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	===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===		===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===
	In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws are preferred but sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.		In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws are preferred but sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.<BR>

			[[Image:CCXiGeoTemLagScrews.jpg\|400px]]

	==ASSEMBLY==		==ASSEMBLY==

The eye: /* HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS) */

2023-06-02T20:28:17Z

HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS)

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	==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS)==		==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS, SCREWS)==
	Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts. Therefore there is only one size hardware used throughout the system: 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly especially in difficult situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can be used if the prescribed sizes are not available.		Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts. Therefore there is only one size hardware used throughout the system: 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly especially in difficult situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can be used if the prescribed sizes are not available.

The eye: /* HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS) */

2023-06-02T20:27:52Z

HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS)

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	==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS)==		==HARDWARE (BOLTS, WASHERS, NUTS)==
	Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts. Therefore there is only one size hardware used throughout the system: 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly especially in difficult situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can ~~work but~~ are not ~~recommended~~.		Holes on both Simas and Lowroad connectors are designed to receive 0.25" bolts. Therefore there is only one size hardware used throughout the system: 0.25"x2.5" bolt/washer/nut. Shorter 0.25"x2" can work with optimum alignments but 0.25"x2.5" gives comfortable wiggle-room and simplifies assembly especially in difficult situations. Longer bolts of the same diameter can be used if the prescribed sizes are not available.

	96 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to assemble one octahedron.<BR>		96 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to assemble one octahedron.<BR>
	24 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to connect two octahedra together.		24 bolt/washer/nut units are needed to connect two octahedra together.<BR>

			===Lag screws and sheetrock screws===
			In some cases bolts can be replaced with screws for octahedra designed to be burned a few days after construction. Lag screws are preferred but sheetrock screws (and washers) have proven to have enough holding power when lag screws are not available. Mixing lag and sheetrock screws on each Connector is recommended when running out of lag screws.

	==ASSEMBLY==		==ASSEMBLY==

The eye: /* Reuse of Connectors */

2023-06-02T20:18:37Z

Reuse of Connectors

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	===Reuse of Connectors===		===Reuse of Connectors===
	Simas and Lowroad Connectors ~~are~~ reusable after being exposed to fire.<BR>		Most Simas and Lowroad Connectors can be reusable dozens of times after being exposed to fire.<BR>

	The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because only the outer layer rusts after being exposed to fire while the internals stay intact.<BR>		The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because only the outer layer rusts after being exposed to fire while the internals stay intact.<BR>

The eye: /* Reuse of Connectors */

2023-06-02T20:17:50Z

Reuse of Connectors

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	===Reuse of Connectors===		===Reuse of Connectors===
	Simas and Lowroad Connectors are reusable after being exposed to fire.<BR>		Simas and Lowroad Connectors are reusable after being exposed to fire.<BR>
	The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because ~~fire causes~~ the outer layer to ~~rust, but leaves~~ the internals intact.<BR>
	Each Connector should be cleaned and inspected after being ~~bent~~ back into ~~form with some TBD tools~~. Some may be retired, but most will still be fine. All Connectors are inspected after each use and only used again if they pass quality checks.<BR>		The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because only the outer layer rusts after being exposed to fire while the internals stay intact.<BR>

			Each Connector should be cleaned and inspected after being hammered back into shape. Some may be retired, but most will still be fine. All Connectors are inspected after each use and only used again if they pass quality checks.<BR>

	[[Image:GeodesicTempleTheEleventhDisorientCCXi00047.jpg\|400px]]<BR>		[[Image:GeodesicTempleTheEleventhDisorientCCXi00047.jpg\|400px]]<BR>
	<I>John Foster fixing distorted ~~connectors~~ in preparation for [[The Eleventh]] at [[Disorient_presents:_CCXI_-_Satellite_Seances\|Country Club Xi]]</I>		<I>John Foster fixing distorted Connectors in preparation for [[The Eleventh]] at [[Disorient_presents:_CCXI_-_Satellite_Seances\|Country Club Xi]]</I>

	==STUDS==		==STUDS==

The eye: /* Reuse of Connectors */

2023-06-02T20:15:08Z

Reuse of Connectors

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	The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because fire causes the outer layer to rust, but leaves the internals intact.<BR>		The strength of a Connector is not significantly affected because fire causes the outer layer to rust, but leaves the internals intact.<BR>
	Each Connector should be cleaned and inspected after being bent back into form with some TBD tools. Some may be retired, but most will still be fine. All Connectors are inspected after each use and only used again if they pass quality checks.<BR>		Each Connector should be cleaned and inspected after being bent back into form with some TBD tools. Some may be retired, but most will still be fine. All Connectors are inspected after each use and only used again if they pass quality checks.<BR>

			[[Image:GeodesicTempleTheEleventhDisorientCCXi00047.jpg\|400px]]<BR>
			<I>John Foster fixing distorted connectors in preparation for [[The Eleventh]] at [[Disorient_presents:_CCXI_-_Satellite_Seances\|Country Club Xi]]</I>

	==STUDS==		==STUDS==