MRAC01 MAA01 Robotics for Ecological Buildings Studio

This studio-based course facilitates an exploration into the convergence of vernacular material traditions and contemporary robotic fabrication within the specific geographical landscape of Catalunya. Students begin by conducting a comprehensive material survey of endemic natural resources to analyze their physical properties, extraction methods, and regional cultural significance.  The final phases emphasize the development of a digital-to-physical feedback loop, utilizing computational tools like Grasshopper to simulate toolpaths and refine robotic interactions. 

Learning Objectives

• Explore local materials and understand how they were traditionally used in the region.
• Test material behaviors through hands-on experimentation and prototyping.
• Translate physical movements into digital instructions for robotic arms.
• Use computational design tools to simulate and refine fabrication processes.
• Develop building systems that combine traditional logic with robotic automation