21. American Masters . Buckminster Fuller | PBS discipline. R. buckminster fuller revolutionized many. astronauts. Photoscourtesy The Estate of R. buckminster fuller, Sebastopol, CA. http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/database/fuller_b.html

"Making the world's available resources serve one hundred percent of an exploding population can only be accomplished by a boldly accelerated design revolution." T here are few men who can justly claim to have revolutionized their discipline. R. Buckminster Fuller revolutionized many. "Bucky," as he was known to most, was a designer, architect, poet, educator, engineer, philosopher, environmentalist, and, above all, humanitarian. Driven by the belief that humanity's major problems were hunger and homelessness he dedicated his life to solving those problems through inexpensive and efficient design. Black Mountain College . There, with the support of an amazing group of professors and students, he began work on the project that was to make him famous and revolutionize the field of engineering. Using lightweight plastics in the simple form of a tetrahedron (a triangular pyramid) he created a small dome. As his work continued it became clear that he had made the first building that could sustain its own weight with no practical limits. The U.S. government recognized the importance of the discovery and employed him to make small domes for the army. Within a few years there were thousands of these domes around the world. Having finally received recognition for his endeavors, Buckminster Fuller spent the final fifteen years of his life traveling around the world lecturing on ways to better use the world's resources. A favorite of the radical youth of the late 60's and 70's, Fuller worked to expand social activism to an international scope. Among his most famous books were NO MORE SECONDHAND GOD(1963) OPERATING MANUAL FOR THE SPACESHIP EARTH (1969), and EARTH, INC. (1973) in which he writes "In reality, the Sun, the Earth, and the Moon are nothing else than a most fantastically well-designed and space-programmed team of vehicles. All of us are, always have been, and so long as we exist, always will benothing else butastronauts."

22. Fuller Known as R buckminster fuller, he was an engineer, mathematician andarchitect. Twice expelled from Harvard University, business http://www-gap.dcs.st-and.ac.uk/~history/Mathematicians/Fuller.html

Richard Buckminster Fuller Born: 12 July 1895 in Milton, Massachusetts, USA Died: 1 July 1983 in Los Angeles, California, USA Click the picture above to see five larger pictures Show birthplace location Previous (Chronologically) Next Biographies Index Previous (Alphabetically) Next Main index Known as R Buckminster Fuller , he was an engineer, mathematician and architect. Twice expelled from Harvard University, business disasters and the death of his four year old daughter brought him close to suicide. However he decided to devote himself to proving that technology could save the World from itself, providing it is properly used. He examined a vectorial system of geometry, Energetic-Synergetic geometry, based on the tetrahedron which provides maximum strength with minimum structure. This led to his patent of a geodesic dome in 1947, a building the strength of which need only increase as the log of its size. Over 200 000 of such domes have been built. Fuller was research professor at Carbondale, Southern Illinois University, from 1959 to 1968. In 1968 he became a university professor and retired in 1975. Article by: J J O'Connor and E F Robertson List of References (6 books/articles) Some Quotations A Poster of R Buckminster Fuller Mathematicians born in the same country Cross-references to History Topics Mathematics and Architecture Other Web sites Buckminster Fuller Institute Portland (An account of some of Buckminster Fuller's innovations) R Siqueira Encyclopaedia Britannica Previous (Chronologically)

23. Aurora School Buckminster Fuller An introduction to fuller suitable for elementary school students. http://www.auroraschool.org/WAMWEB/Fuller.htm

24. The R. Buckminster Fuller FAQ: Geodesic Domes I could have ended up with a pair of flying slippers.'' R. buckminsterfuller. buckminster fuller never did design a pair of flying slippers. http://www.cjfearnley.com/fuller-faq-4.html

Next Previous Contents Geodesic Domes Fuller invented the Geodesic Dome in the late 1940s to demonstrate some ideas about housing and ``energetic-synergetic geometry'' which he had developed during WWII. This invention built on his two decade old quest to improve the housing of humanity. It represents a brilliant demonstration of his synergetics principles; and in the right circumstances it could solve some of the pressing housing problems of today (a housing crisis which Fuller predicted back in 1927). What is a geodesic dome? [From Robert T. Bowers' paper on Domes last posted to GEODESIC in 1989.] A geodesic dome is a type of structure shaped like a piece of a sphere or a ball. This structure is comprised of a complex network of triangles that form a roughly spherical surface. The more complex the network of triangles, the more closely the dome approximates the shape of a true sphere [sic] By using triangles of various sizes, a sphere can be symmetrically divided by thirty-one great circles. A great circle is the largest circle that can be drawn around a sphere, like the lines of latitude ED: he means longitude around the earth, or the equator. Each of these lines divide the sphere into two halves, hence the term geodesic, which is from the Latin meaning ``earth dividing.''

25. THE FULLER MAP buckminster fuller's ideas about geometry, architecture, cartography, and cognition in an analytical framework. Includes references for further study. http://www.nous.org.uk/BFMAP.html

THE FULLER MAP This document is a study of the comprehensive designer Buckminster Fuller, an outstanding character of the 20th century, and a kind of practical visionary. Fuller's remarkable career as an inventor, architect, designer, cartographer, writer and theorist amounts to a design syllabus in itself, even if his own conclusions and solutions are not accepted and applied. Many people would argue that life might be vastly improved if his designs were better known and implemented. This presentation of his ideas is not intended as a slavish devotional exercise, nor a piece of cynical criticism. Part of the plan here is to investigate the logic of synergetics. At this stage the account is verbal, not visual, but what is important in geometry is the logic rather than the pictures. As originally conceived, THE FULLER MAP was intended to help designers and design students in the following ways: It presents a detailed case-study of a comprehensive designer, Buckminster Fuller. It shows how certain theoretical matters may be related to practical design, for instance geometrical ideas are applied to architecture and cartography. It provides check-lists of factors relevant to design.

26. The Dymaxion House At Henry Ford Museum Illustrated account of the restoration and first public display of the house, in Dearborn, Michigan.Category Arts Architecture F fuller, Richard buckminster...... http://www.hfmgv.org/dymaxion/

27. The Bucky Fuller Travelling Miracle Medicine Show buckminster fuller's description of his inventions with pictures of fuller. http://www.westnet.com/~crywalt/Bucky.html

The Bucky Fuller Travelling Miracle Medicine Show ``Guinea Pig B'' (the introduction to Inventions In pages (169 pages) or all on one page (about 90K) Bucky pictures My wife's favorite part of How Little I Know Please report any and every typographical error in the preceding files to me crywalt@westnet.com Back to Chris Rywalt's home page.

28. Fuller, R. Buckminster fuller, R. buckminster. fuller, R. buckminster (Richard buckminster fuller),1895–1983, American architect and engineer, b. Milton, Mass. http://www.infoplease.com/cgi-bin/id/A0819862

The # 1 wireless color security cam! Ultimate home movie ! Genuine Indian and Asian astrology reports and consultations by reputed Vedic Astrologers. Step-by-step guide to finding money for a growing business All Infoplease All Almanacs General Entertainment Sports Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Infoplease Home Almanacs Atlas Dictionary ... Fact Monster Kids' reference Info:Daily Fun facts Homework Center Newsletter You've got info! Help Site Map Visit related sites from: Family Education Network Encyclopedia Fuller, R. Buckminster Fuller, R. Buckminster (Richard Buckminster Fuller), Dymaxion is the term for Fuller's principle of deriving maximum output from a minimum input of material and energy, best realized in his geodesic domes . These are spherical structures of extremely light, enormously strong triangular members. In the 1950s these domes were widely used for military and industrial purposes. Fuller's many books include Nine Chains to the Moon (1938), the autobiographical Ideas and Integrities Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth Utopia or Oblivion Approaching the Benign Environment Earth, Inc.

29. [A (Buckminster) Fuller Universe] 1 An illustrated article by Beedge from New Dimensions Journal on the influential ideas of buckminster fuller. Also audio clips of commentary on fuller by colleague Amy Edmondson and others. http://www.hearingvoices.com/bucky/

WORD: A (Bucky) Fuller Universe by beedge New Dimensions Journal Jump Malthus Ephemera Grid ... Web HEARD: Artifacts of Buckminster Fuller by Scott Carrier An Audio Documentary in 10 ( 28K) parts : Expo '67 World's Fair Amy Edmondson, author: A Fuller Explanation ``Something should be going on in here..." The Geometry of Thinking E. J. Applewhite, co-author: Synergetics ``Our thoughts have shapes..." The Hierarchy of Life Dr. Donald Ingber, Cancer Researcher ``This is the way nature works..." 1927 Lake Michigan Amy Edmondson, Fuller Colleague ``You don't belong to you; you belong to the Universe..." Pulling Things Together Kenneth Snelson, Tensegrity Sculptor ``It looked like an Indian rope trick..." Tensile Integrity Andrew Culver, Musician ``You don't need the earth on which to hang it..." World Game Amy Edmondson, Fuller's Engineering Assistant ``They had Elsie the Cow in there, things like that..." Tribal Tunnels John Cage, Musician ``Not to change man, but to change the environment..." Raining Farm Tractors J. Baldwin, author: BuckyWorks ``Any fool can destroy stuff..."

30. Richard Buckminster Fuller Bucky - Architect, Philosopher And Poet Exploring the life and works of R. buckminster fuller (Bucky), thearchitect, philosopher and poet who conceived the geodesic dome. http://architecture.about.com/library/bl-fuller.htm

zfp=-1 About Architecture Search in this topic on About on the Web in Products Web Hosting Architecture with Jackie Craven Your Guide to one of hundreds of sites Home Articles Forums ... Help zmhp('style="color:#fff"') Subjects BUYER'S GUIDE Before You Buy Top Picks WTC Books ... All articles on this topic Stay up-to-date! Subscribe to our newsletter. Advertising Free Credit Report Free Psychics Advertisement Great Buildings Master Architects Richard Buckminster Fuller (Bucky) Architect, Philosopher and Poet born July 12, 1895 - died July 1, 1983 Vital Data Place of Birth: Milton, Massachusetts Education: Expelled from Harvard University during freshman year Awards: 44 honorary doctoral degrees, Gold Medal of the American Institute of Architects, Gold Medal of the Royal Institute of British Architects and dozens of other honors. Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize. Selected Works: 1932: The portable Dymaxion house manufactured 1934: The Dymaxion car Nine Chains to the Moon 1949: Developed the Geodesic Dome 1967: US Pavilion at Expo '67, Montreal, Canada Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth Approaching the Benign Environment Standing only 5'2" tall, Buckminster Fuller loomed over the twentieth century. Admirers affectionately call him

31. US Pavilion At Expo '67 - Buckminster Fuller And Shoji Sadao - Great Buildings O Photographs, discussion and sources on the geodesic dome designed by buckminster fuller and Shoji Sadao at Montreal, Canada, in 1967, from Great Buildings Online. http://www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/US_Pavilion_at_Expo_67.html

US Pavilion at Expo '67 Great Buildings Online Search Advanced Search Buildings ... ArchitectureWeek Architect Buckminster Fuller and Shoji Sadao Location Montreal Canada Date Building Type exhibition hall Construction System geodesic dome Climate temperate Context exposition site Style Modern Notes Lightweight geodesic dome envelope enclosing more conventional interior construction. Images Photo, close view looking up through geodesic filigree Photo, overview of dome in landscape context Drawings Available on The GBC CD-ROM Discussion US Pavilion at Expo '67 Commentary "A giant dome, roughly three-quarters of a sphere, designed to look like a lacy filigree weightless against the sky. Height: 200 feet: spherical diameter; 250 feet. Construction: a space frame of steel pipes enclosing 1,900 molded acrylic panels." Details 250 feet in diameter, 200 feet high. Resources Sources on US Pavilion at Expo '67 Available at Amazon.com Douglas E. Gordon and Stephanie Stubbs. How Architecture Works. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1991. ISBN 0-442-23951-3. LC 90-49703. NA2520.G58 1991. p139. Paul Heyer. American Architecture: Ideas and Ideologies in the Late Twentieth Century. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1993. ISBN 0-442-01328-0. LC 92-18415. NA2750.H48. exterior overview photo, p62.

32. R. Buckminster Fuller - Index R. buckminster fuller Index Guide picks. Use this menu to find factsand photos for Richard buckminster fuller, and information http://architecture.about.com/cs/fullerindex/

zfp=-1 About Architecture Search in this topic on About on the Web in Products Web Hosting Architecture with Jackie Craven Your Guide to one of hundreds of sites Home Articles Forums ... Help zmhp('style="color:#fff"') Subjects BUYER'S GUIDE Before You Buy Top Picks WTC Books ... All articles on this topic Stay up-to-date! Subscribe to our newsletter. Advertising Free Credit Report Free Psychics Advertisement R. Buckminster Fuller - Index Guide picks Use this menu to find facts and photos for Richard Buckminster Fuller, and information about geodesic domes and other designs. Buckminster Fuller: Biography Fast facts about the life and works of Buckminster Fuller, affectionately known as "Bucky." Buckminster Fuller: Quotes A compendium of quotes and excerpts from Fuller's most famous writings. What is a Geodesic Dome? From our architecture glossary, illustration and definition of the geodesic dome, conceived by Buckminster Fuller. Build A Geodesic Dome Model Step by step instructions, with diagrams, from Trevor Blake. Spaceship Earth Facts and photo for the famous dome at Disney Epcot, which is built according to Buckminster Fuller's principles. Buckminster Fuller: Inventions An extensive collection of resources, illustrations and links, from your Guide to Inventors.

33. R. Buckminster Fuller On PBS Treatise on the art and science of buckminster fuller by Bonnie Goldstein DeVarco, with numerous links and references. http://www.wnet.org/bucky/

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34. Fuller, R. Buckminster. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001 2001. fuller, R. buckminster. (Richard buckminster fuller), 1895–1983,American architect and engineer, b. Milton, Mass. fuller http://www.bartleby.com/65/fu/FullerRB.html

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35. Geodesic Domes Raytraced picture of a dome and links to information about buckminster fuller. http://www.insite.com.br/rodrigo/bucky/geodome.html

Geodesic Domes homepage people buckminster fuller geodesic domes A Geodesic Dome is a type of structure shaped like a piece of a sphere or a ball. This structure is comprised of a complex network of triangles that form a roughly spherical surface. The more complex the network of triangles, the more closely the dome approximates the shape of a true sphere. By using triangles of various sizes, a sphere can be symmetrically divided by thirty-one great circles. A great circle is the largest circle that can be drawn around a sphere, like the lines of latitude [Ed. he means longitude] around the earth, or the equator. Each of these lines divide the sphere into two halves, hence the term geodesic, which is from the Latin meaning "earth dividing". [From Mitch Amiano] The dome is a structure with the highest ratio of enclosed area to external surface area, and in which all structural members are equal contributors to the whole. There are many sizes of triangles in a geodesic, depending on the frequency of subdivision of the underlying spherical polyhedron. The cross section of a geodesic approximates a great-circle line. (from the R.Buckminster Fuller

36. 24190. Fuller, R. Buckminster. The Columbia World Of Quotations. 1996 ATTRIBUTION R. buckminster fuller (1895–1983), US architect, engineer.Untitled poem written 1940. No More Secondhand God (1963). http://www.bartleby.com/66/90/24190.html

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37. Dymaxion Projection Animation The earth, as represented by buckminster fuller's icosahedral projection. http://www.westnet.com/~crywalt/unfold.html

Dymaxion Projection Animation UPDATE! After lying untouched for years I haven't even looked at this in at least three there was such an interest surge in this animation that I revisited it for a new improved rendering. The miracle: Even seven years later, my C code is still readable, my POV files still render properly, and my animation still works. POV has greatly improved its interface and there are a wealth of new Earth images to use. I found the Virtual Terrain Project 's page to be extremely helpful. I finally decided to use James Hasting-Trew's map which is not, as he writes, ``accurate or true in the strict photographic sense,'' but is close enough for my rendering, which is also not true in any sense. Most importantly, though, James' map is really, really pretty. The result is much improved in almost every way. The new files are all in this directory . There you'll find a POV file for each individual frame, 000 to 077 inclusive; a PNG file for each frame; a ZIPfile of all the POV files a ZIPfile of all the resulting PNGs at 800x600 a 1.1 megabyte Flash animation a 4.3 megabyte 800x600 GIF animation for the brave of heart ... the new C code for generating the POV files ; and the Earth map used for my renderings , which is a reduced copy of James Hasting-Trew's 10k map , not to be confused with his lower-resolution versions. Don't ask me why I made my own.

38. R Buckminster Fuller Search Results for the keywords include r buckminster fuller Top matchesfor this search The buckminster fuller reader R. buckminster fuller. http://www.cyberhaven.com/booklists/rbuckminsterfuller.html

Search Results for: the keywords include "r buckminster fuller" Top matches for this search: Critical Path R. Buckminster Fuller; Paperback Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth R. Buckminster Fuller; Hardcover Full Results: 46 items are shown below. Buckminster Fuller Usually ships in 2-3 days Pawley, Martin Pawley / Hardcover / Published 1991 Our Price: $24.95 Bucky Works : Buckminster Fuller's Ideas for Today Usually ships in 24 hours J. Baldwin / Paperback / Published 1997 Our Price: $19.96 ~ You Save: $4.99 (20) Read more about this title... Critical Path Usually ships in 24 hours R. Buckminster Fuller / Paperback / Published 1982 Our Price: $13.56 ~

39. Online Edition Of A Fuller Explanation Amy C. Edmondson. A fuller Explanation. The SynergeticGeometry of R. buckminster fuller. Next Page. http://www.angelfire.com/mt/marksomers/40.html

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40. R. Buckminster Fuller Quotes - The Quotations Page Quotations by Author. R. buckminster fuller (1895 1983) US architect engineermore author details. R. buckminster fuller - More quotations on Technology. http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/R._Buckminster_Fuller/

Home / News Quotes of the Day Motivational Author Index ... Contact Us Also visit: The Literature Page Quotations by Author R. Buckminster Fuller (1895 - 1983) [more author details] Showing quotations 1 to 5 of 5 total Everything you've learned in school as "obvious" becomes less and less obvious as you begin to study the universe. For example, there are no solids in the universe. There's not even a suggestion of a solid. There are no absolute continuums. There are no surfaces. There are no straight lines. R. Buckminster Fuller Humanity is acquiring all the right technology for all the wrong reasons. R. Buckminster Fuller - More quotations on: Technology Sometimes I think we're alone. Sometimes I think we're not. In either case, the thought is staggering. R. Buckminster Fuller When I'm working on a problem, I never think about beauty. I think only how to solve the problem. But when I have finished, if the solution is not beautiful, I know it is wrong. R. Buckminster Fuller - More quotations on: Beauty Either war is obsolete or men are. R. Buckminster Fuller, New Yorker, Jan. 8, 1966

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