After researching construction methods of the general
form of the dome, we have moved on to researching a method for fitting the
window into the dome in such a way that is water proof and reliable. For
inserting a window into the dome there is a plethora of complications that come
with our researched methods.
In using metal conduits, although the construction method
seems relatively easy and straight forward, when it comes to inserting a window
with a frame the structure is not very accommodating and also there is a cost
issue. Using metal conduits the structure would cost roughly 50 dollars per
group member. A similar problem arises with the researched PVC pipe method,
with the structure not being very accommodating for the insertion of a window.
However the cost of construction is considerably less. Although the PVC pipe is
a lot more flexible when it comes to modification, with it being easily cut and
bent to some degree.
In regard to insertion of a window the timber material is
the most suited, with it being able to be cut to have a recess that a window
can be inserted into and easily mounted in place. Even a frame can be created
as highlighted by the linked video. Although timber construction would be time consuming and not necessarily cheap. If a method for inserting a window is not
discovered for the other researched materials I think a combination of
construction methods should be used in conjunction with the timber material. Though
more research is required before a final method is chosen.
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