Changes [Sep 10, 2008]
Bra Adventures--Per...
I. Project Introduction
Introduces guiding questions. Fairly straight-forward
II. Background on Bucky
Basic biographical sketch on Buckminster Fuller. To understand the geodesic dome, one has to understand its creator, Buckminster Fuller. Also included: Videos of interviews about Bucky and a home video from Bucky's childhood.
III. The Theory Behind the Geodesic Dome
Explains dymaxion theory, synergetic-energetic geometry, and how it all relates to the geodesic dome. Clarifies Bucky's vision for the geodesic dome. Material largely shared via snippets from The Fuller World, a Bucky documentary.
IV. The Dome Itself
Explores the technicalities behind the geodesic dome. Included: patent pictures, a film made by the military that highlights various product permutations. Briefly discusses the US military's involvement with the geodesic dome.
V. Society's Reaction to Bucky and the Dome
Reactions from hippies to architects on Bucky's dome. Song, video, and images are included.
VI. Un-Packing the Dome and Bucky: A Retrospective Look
This section is the most analytical portion. Uses original interviews with members of the Stanford community and written argument to "un-pack" the geodesic dome.
