Beschreibung:
Using digital technology to 'reverse engineer' medieval cathedrals, the book answers long-held questions about their construction. With over 200 illustrations, it is ideal for digital architecture, architectural history, and building conservation.
Introduction 1. Groins and ribs Case study 1: Norton Priory Case study 2: Gloucester Cathedral Digital diary 1: surveying techniques 2. Experiments with ribs Case study 3: Lincoln Cathedral Case study 4: Chester Cathedral Case study 5: Ely Cathedral Digital diary 2: rib tracing 3. Plans Case study 6: Wells Cathedral Case study 7: Ottery St Mary Digital diary 3: orthographic representations 4. Curves Case study 8: St Mary's, Nantwich Case study 9: Norwich Cathedral Digital diary 4: generative design tools 5. Stonecutting Case study 10: Exeter Cathedral Case study 11: Westminster Abbey Digital diary 5: detailed analysis and 3D modelling 6. Webs Case study 12: Pershore Abbey Case study 13: Tewkesbury Abbey Digital diary 6: studying webbing Conclusions Bibliography Glossary Index