Free 9v Honeycomb Dome Plans - from Geo-Dome

[@viedezerg]

You do so much for the geodesic dome's community, you are a legend !

[@TreDogOfficial]

He truly is!

[@donx03]

Quite beautiful, I would have a door that opens up with trunk car struts. Maybe a button to close after entering the green house.

[@tobygarratt6032]

I’ve just had delivery of 500m of timber to make one of these. Thanks for the plans Paul

[@howardhewitt1797]

Fantastic! It's a lot of work, worth it in the end.😅

[@howardhewitt1797]

Fantastic! It's a lot of work, worth it in the end.😅

[@allthekit...]

@tobygarratt6032 how did it go? Any thing you'd do differently?

[@lindonwatson5402]

Thank you Paul, another amazing production.

[@johnnybayles7412]

You're a legend, Paul!

[@MichaelZP1]

4:28 diameter 6m, nice looking idea very creative.

[@wildturkey5838]

only problem I'm having is figuring out how many of each type I need to cut!

[@TreDogOfficial]

I was having the hardest time figuring out how to do this structure, but then I was told the frequency has to be divisible by three otherwise the points won’t link up. So I see your structure is a 9 frequency (9v). 9 of course is divisible by 3. So I’m gonna try building a 9v on sketchup and seeing where it takes me. Cheers!

[@noteem5726]

Great job! It's a beautiful design and thanks for the imperial measurements as well

[@howardhewitt1797]

Definitely a shit load of work! Cool!

[@kellydimick9974]

Thank you Paul.

[@DylanTimothyDean]

Thanks for all the information you have put out there Paul! I am researching into finding the simplest way to make a repeating Honeycomb Dome. With the least number of shapes. What would the best way to get a hold of you, I would love to hear your thoughts on an Idea we have forming!

[@queenelcene638]

Hi, thank you Paul. Another beauty 👏👏👏👏👏🙏👍🤜🤛

[@CandiceWA]

Woo Paul, you did it. You are so absolutely wonderful! My God I have so many questions and try to pick which one to ask. 😊 1. so I thought that the honeycomb dome they are all honeycomb shape, which all side are equal length, I guess not huh? 2. I’m trying to draw a 6V honeycomb, any tips on how or have you done one videos for it already?

[@phillipmcabee1584]

Hello Paul - can you make available a vector based versions of the Honeycomb Dome plans, or the Sketchup documents? Thank you for your work!

[@Berkana]

Hello Paul, have you done any additional modeling of the trussed 3v dome idea?

[@halasimov1362]

I am considering this as an option for an inner structure to projection map. Vacuum form plastic sheets to fit these hexagons and zip them together. Outer dome structure could be a slightly larger 9v Icosahedron perhaps. Or could one fit this 9v hex pattern within a 3v Icosahedron?

[@JoeKirschling]

Hi Paul - unless I'm missing something - the plans don't indicate how many of each frame type are required...

[@ham-alisongalali3096]

me gusto, mucho gracias. no building experience here but i will be experiencing building a 9v dome one day.

[@LotusPetalAdventures]

Gorgeous design, would you have the quantities of each of the 5 shapes? Would help for calculating how many boards would be needed. Do you feel 1in x 2 in x 8 ft treated lumber would be strong enough?

[@philhewett1601]

Quite nice...to say the least. Thank an' a hat tip. The color coding would seem to be all the plans necessary, unless I'm missing something.

[@jakeku2662]

Paul, I'm thinking of a 13 or 14 metre dome, in a snow load ares. Would this design scale up?

[@Geo-Dome]

Yes it could be scaled up but you need to think more seriously about structural integrity, I would look to cross brace the hexagon shaped and form triangles because they are much stiffer.

[@Norbingel]

Planning on making this using aircrete or maybe styrocrete. Doable? What are the things to be careful to do if an attempt is made? How to get them to connect to each other would be the first concern, I should think

[@zomesargentina]

Thanks a lot for this and everything! Have you got a honeycomb like structure only with hexagons, is it posible to build a dome like that? thanks a lot

[@ravimano1]

This is the beat video. You have made around 20 feet dome. I want to construct 10 feet honeycomb dome. Do you have such a plan for 10 ft.

[@cleo768]

Hi! Another question. I wonder if I can use the same measurements and do it in concrete instead of wood? Is there any standards and construction codes for safety issues? Does it have to be reinforce in any way?

[@top8oy]

hi paul, are the hex and pents co-planer or do we allow for a bit of push and pull to fit

[@jeanetiennette5742]

Hi Paul, great work. How can i change the measurement to make a smaller version? 3.5m in diamter. Thank you

[@Geo-Dome]

I did a video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGOue5-ZiLmCmLM showing how to rescale.

[@YZ13555]

When I use the pdf measures, I can not make the yellow hexagon on SketchUp. I mean, the angles and lengths do not fit into a hexagon. I did not try the other colours. Are the measurements accurate?

[@cleo768]

Hi! Can you please bring me the pdf you show in the presentation? I would like to try and do a similar one. Thanks.

[@akespt]

OMG my head hurts. Amazing. I will stick with the more simple structures.

[@bert6644]

Before I start counting myself, has anyone counted the number of frames of each color?

[@AuraTrimCoMeath]

So the each strut has to be cut, at required bevel angel, right? Also if I divide strut lenght by 2, it will be just twice smaller, right?

[@chrisbabbitt4202]

This looks like SketchUp. I am trying to use the free version and I swear on all that is holy I can't get the rotate tool to do what I want it to do. How do you get the tiles to snap in like that so easily?

[@rapunzeleh546]

loving the ability to do compound mitres so you don't need all those fancy pants connecting things.

[@solfasollasolfami]

Nice. How strong? This dome can be used for accommodation?

[@ucmeytsc7302]

is there a calculator to calculate different diameters of these domes? Anyone got a good link? Thanks

[@gloadv]

Hi Paul, is that working with the double size? 12 Meters in diameter?! i would love to build this in the Siberian Wilderness. regards from siberia

[@freedivingcoron4793]

Hello Paul! I've built so far 5 domes (3 different models) with the help of your plans from the website. All of them (except one which is done by the hinge method and covered in fiberglass) were done using the bevel frame. Main problem, huge problem, is the termites. So I want to switch into stressed skin, galvanized sheets, styro glued inside, combo of rivets and MIG welding, paint outside... What do you think? 7m diameter, 3v, 1.6mm galvanized sheets... In theory it should work using your 3v plans, no? Need a diy sheet bender and should be good... As you said in a previous video this is probably the cheapest (and most overlooked method of building) with the main con (condensation) easy to fix with a decent layer of insulation glued on the inside... I think I'll have a go at a 3v and a 9v, using your plans... Correct me please if I said something terribly stupid. Greetings from the Philippines!

[@queenelcene638]

Would a scaled down version be used as a hive home for bees? Fractal pattern develops, yes? ThankYou

[@jonhinman2471]

Nope. As a beekeeper, trust me, you don't want it. Check out the flow hive if you want the latest in hive tech

[@queenelcene638]

@@jonhinman2471 ThankYou for your reply

[@prigenpierre8683]

Hey Paul, first thank you for amazing job ! I have a question and i can't find any answer, how do you calculate the dimmension of the wood that you use for all your domes ? Is there any formula or rules to apply ? Thanks for taking time to read my comment !

[@Geo-Dome]

Ok there is an equation called the slenderness ratio, in Hugh Kenners book "Geodesic math and how to use it" recommendations are to not exceed 24/1 for wood, 30/1 for metal. it's a ratio of length divided by diameter, Let's say you have 50mm square strut material x 24 = strut length of no more then 1.2m. I myself use a much cruder system, I test a strut by hanging off it when it's supported at both ends, if it bends with my weight I use thicker timber. Not much of a problem with small domes but you want to be careful on big domes over 15m diameter.

[@prigenpierre8683]

@@Geo-Dome Thank you so much for your answer sir i'm good to go now

[@cdburkhart]

Is the SketchUp model posted for purchase anywhere?

[@steffenanders7992]

thanks a lot paul !!! can anyone tell me how to calculate dihedral angles on "normal" domes or where to look them up? i already found the angles for 2-,3- and 4-Frequency, but where can i find 5-,6- and bigger? Thanks a lot

[@Geo-Dome]

OK it's not so simple, I have different dihedral angles on my 3v plans to keep the bevel angles all the same, if you change a triangle it will make the dihedral different so you can have the same frequency with different dihedral angles. I'll put a video together showing how to do it, just keep an eye out for it.

[@steffenanders7992]

@@Geo-Dome wow, thank you so much !!!

[@krasimirkolev777]

Thank you, this is do useful!

[@ediskujovic898]

Is there any disantvantage to gedoseic dome. Thank you

[@KingSteen]

Hi Paul - could this be built more easily with wangerflanges?

[@wnohr77]

hi, how many of each form are there ? how could we make our own plans for similar honeycomb domes ?

[@pelulici]

6 meter radius or diameter?

[@alb8071]

Hi with which program did you made the design ?

[@Geo-Dome]

I use sketchup 2019 the 2024 versions are £300 a year so I won't be upgrading

[@abodegio3018]

Sir help me pls pls pls, I want to build a honeycomb dome for children, but I don’t know how to measure , degree and angles etc.may you send me details of a honeycomb 6 v

[@MrsMillers]

Love it! ❤️

[@darty367]

Thanks for the pdf file, but what is the dimensions of the wood squares ? It should be included in the plans ;)

[@Geo-Dome]

You can use any size timber you like, you need to find out how strong you need it depending on size and use. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqTQl2Sqo9WheLs

[@Failedmusician]

Hello, I just purchased 29 foot 6 inch plan and paid via Paypal but after I paid, I wasn't redirected anywhere to be able to download the plan and I haven't received any email. How do I download the plan?

[@Geo-Dome]

Plans go out within 24 hours so you may want to check your junk folder. If you can't find it drop me an email at admin(at)geo-dome(dot)co(dot)uk and I'll send it again.

[@chopmusic1]

Where in the plans does it show quantity of each strut/panel?

[@JohnGuest45]

There should be 166 panels in total including the half hexagon base panels that are not shown in the pdf

[@johnmcgarrigle1996]

Hi Paul thank you for showing your plans for honeycomb dome could these plans be used for a frameless dome using 2mm polycarbonate panels 3.6 diameter

[@mikedavis9946]

Please help an idiot - but I can't find the '''description''' to get the PDF link . Does it disappear after a period of time (today is Nov 16, 2020) am I too late or what . Thank You , Mike out

[@Geo-Dome]

They are sometimes called the show notes just under the video, click the show more button. But here's the link anyway: wangerflange.com/downloads/Honeycomb_9v_basicplans.pdf Enjoy!

[@mikedavis9946]

@@Geo-Dome Thank You so much for giving me the link and so quick . I believe my OLD vista machine is giving me trouble . Again Thank You , Mike out

[@TreDogOfficial]

Love it!

[@franciscambron]

can't find the link to the plan's Paul. These domes are such brain teasers.

[@Geo-Dome]

Should be in the description, you may have to right click and save as, but it should just open.

[@mikedavis9946]

@@Geo-Dome Where is the description. Thank You

[@tuamaloor7664]

Can this design be for a frameless model?

[@Geo-Dome]

Ah yes I think so, I will do a video shortly as I have been asked a couple of times about these frameless domes

[@tuamaloor7664]

@@Geo-Dome I am very happy to receive answers and good responses from you, I really appreciate it. If you are willing, can you give me your email address? Maybe it is better if my question is via email. I hope you understand what I mean. Thank you very much & success is always for you.

[@freedivingcoron4793]

@@Geo-Dome by frameless, do you mean stressed skin method?

[@berntoast3186]

What program do you use

[@Geo-Dome]

I use sketchup 2019, sadly from 2020 they went to subscription model which cost $300 per year, the free web app isn't very good I hear.

[@angetodac]

great!!!!!!!

[@JohnGuest45]

The omission of the base half hexagons is not a good idea. It doesnt appear to have a flat base either

[@miroslavpoljak3188]

Ok

[@giuliogemino6407]

what about V4 or V6 using conduit tubes jointed with hydraulic flanges fastened as hubs? Any clue about this... system? kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4Cnaqyva7GDnLs Any clue about using a "clamper" with reciprocate joint... this tool here kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4PGaI16h8iaqLM

[@joedee1863]

Complicated design .....paul. Mine are all hexagons no pentagons. All the frames are 90'. To make the structure curve requires 'thinking out of the box'. This my secret technique. Nobody else is doing it . But when i get my first dome built the 'cat will be out of the bag' so everyone can have a go. Mine will not be patented, but will be registered to stop others saying i stole their idea. I want every dome around the world from then on to be built according to my design which has taken years to develop. I want Bucky Fuller to look down from above and bless me 😊

[@nonename7869]

"pretty shit load of work" 🤣🤣🤣