Geodesic Domes & Homes

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Dome Geometry-Refers to the portion of a complete sphere - 3/8, ½, 5/8.
Triangular Space Frame Panel-Pre-constructed triangular panel made of 2x6 internal struts with ½" exterior grade plywood skin. Panels are precision formed to bolt together to make up the Dome shell.
Hexagon Triangle-One of six triangular panels which form a hexagonal building component in a Dome shell.
Pentagon Triangle-One of five triangular panels which form a pentagonal building component in a Dome shell.
Skylights-Insulated acrylic skylights of different sizes and shapes which can be installed in Dome panels or at the vertex of panels.
Trapezoidal Opening-Refers to the open section in a Dome shell where conventional doors and/or windows can be inserted.
Canopy-Refers to the 3-piece overhang which covers a trapezoidal opening allowing for vertical framing to be built in place.
Riser Wall-Pre-assembled knee wall used to elevate the Dome shell allowing for more useable second floor area.
Extension-Projection from the Dome Shell utilized for expanding certain living areas or connecting Domes.
Base Plate-Beveled starter plate on which the base Dome panels are anchored to the floor system or foundation.
Skylight curbing-Pre-cut wooden curb or pre-assembled box which is fastened to the Dome shell and flashed into the roof. Skylights fit over the curbing.

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