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What is Buckminster Fuller best known for popularizing?
What is Buckminster Fuller best known for popularizing?
- Ephemeralization
- Factory manufactured kits
- Tensegrity structures
- The geodesic dome (correct)
Which architectural concept did Fuller emphasize to achieve strength and efficiency through balanced elements?
Which architectural concept did Fuller emphasize to achieve strength and efficiency through balanced elements?
- Ephemeralization
- Tensegrity structures (correct)
- Factory manufactured kits
- Sustainability
What was a key design consideration in the development of the Dymaxion House?
What was a key design consideration in the development of the Dymaxion House?
- Capturing sunlight
- Efficient resource use
- Ease of shipment and assembly (correct)
- Circular structure
In what way did Fuller envision design benefiting humanity and operating harmoniously?
In what way did Fuller envision design benefiting humanity and operating harmoniously?
Which architectural structure did Buckminster Fuller develop to address shortcomings in homebuilding techniques?
Which architectural structure did Buckminster Fuller develop to address shortcomings in homebuilding techniques?
What feature allowed the Dymaxion House to capture sunlight and maximize energy efficiency?
What feature allowed the Dymaxion House to capture sunlight and maximize energy efficiency?
Who popularized and developed the geodesic dome concept in the mid-20th century?
Who popularized and developed the geodesic dome concept in the mid-20th century?
What structural elements are typically used in the construction of geodesic domes?
What structural elements are typically used in the construction of geodesic domes?
What inspired the design of the Fly's Eye Dome in 1965?
What inspired the design of the Fly's Eye Dome in 1965?
What idea did Ar.Buckminster Fuller have when designing the Fly's Eye Dome?
What idea did Ar.Buckminster Fuller have when designing the Fly's Eye Dome?
What did R.Buckminster Fuller focus on in the design of geodesic domes?
What did R.Buckminster Fuller focus on in the design of geodesic domes?
What early industry did Buckminster Fuller work in before shaping his innovative designs?
What early industry did Buckminster Fuller work in before shaping his innovative designs?
How did the financial challenges and personal tragedy affect Buckminster Fuller's life?
How did the financial challenges and personal tragedy affect Buckminster Fuller's life?
Why was Buckminster Fuller expelled twice from Harvard University?
Why was Buckminster Fuller expelled twice from Harvard University?
What inspired Buckminster Fuller to dedicate his talents to making a positive impact on the world?
What inspired Buckminster Fuller to dedicate his talents to making a positive impact on the world?
What influenced Buckminster Fuller's understanding of materials, construction techniques, and industrial processes?
What influenced Buckminster Fuller's understanding of materials, construction techniques, and industrial processes?
What made Buckminster Fuller become a self-taught intellectual despite not completing a formal degree?
What made Buckminster Fuller become a self-taught intellectual despite not completing a formal degree?
