DIGITAL FABRICATION IN ARCHITECTURE THE TRANSFORMATION OF DESIGN PROCESSES

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architectural engineering, thebes higher institute of engineering

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Digital Fabrication is a process that utilizes machines to create physical objects directly from digital data through additive or subtractive methods. Originating in the 1950s due to post-war technological advancements, it has become a transformative force in architecture and construction, seamlessly integrating design and fabrication.
More than just a tool for model-making, Digital Fabrication enables the production of full-scale structures using cutting-edge technologies and emerging materials. By leveraging specialized software and techniques, it allows architects to design highly complex forms that go beyond traditional construction methods.
This process fosters a dynamic, reciprocal relationship between design and material, where real-time experimentation and testing refine the outcome. Today, design and fabrication are nearly simultaneous, enabling rapid prototyping, laser cutting, and mock-ups to validate and enhance architectural concepts. The iterative nature of this approach ensures efficiency, innovation, and material optimization.
Given its impact on the industry, Digital Fabrication is now an essential skill for architects. Educating future professionals in these technologies is as crucial as the integration of computers in architectural practice, ensuring continuous advancement in design and construction methodologies.

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