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Tensile-Integrity Structures - Tensegrity, 1959/1962

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1981

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Artist: R. Buckminster Fuller, American 1895 - 1983

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Tensile-Integrity Structures - Tensegrity, 1959/1962

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Artist: R. Buckminster Fuller, American 1895 - 1983

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1981

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Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Joan and Roger Sonnabend, M24054.A

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Created by gpt-4 on 2025-01-28

This image is a reproduction of a patent drawing, specifically for "Tensegrity" structures. These are structures made up of components under tension and compression, a term coined by Buckminster Fuller. The drawing features a variety of geometric configurations and structural forms demonstrating elements of tensegrity. Some of these geometrical forms include towers, spheres, and various interconnected struts and cables, emphasizing the principle of isolated components within a stable matrix that is common to tensegrity concepts.

The illustration is set on a blue background with white lines and text, which resembles the traditional blueprint style used in engineering and architectural drawings. At the bottom of the image, there are titles and reference information such as "TENSEGRITY-INTEGRITY STRUCTURES — TENSEGRITY," the United States Patent Office number (3,063,521), the grant date (November 13, 1962), and the inventor's name (Buckminster Fuller). There's also a signature in the bottom-right corner.

The figures are labeled from "Fig. 10" to "Fig. 31," suggesting a sequence and providing a reference for various structures and designs within the patent.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-01-28

This image is a blueprint depicting various designs and components of tensile-integrity structures, also known as tensegrity structures, created by Buckminster Fuller. The blueprint showcases several geometric structures and their assemblies, illustrating the concept of tensegrity using numerous figures.

Key elements of the blueprint include:

  1. Various geometric shapes and assemblies (figures 1 through 22) that demonstrate the principles of tensegrity, a structural design principle where components experience tension and compression.
  2. Detailed depictions of interconnected struts and cables forming complex three-dimensional shapes (figures 6, 9, 10, 11, 18, etc.).
  3. Spherical structures (figures 10, 11, and 17) built from interconnected tensegrity principles.
  4. Specific engineering diagrams (figures 2, 8, and 16) showing how different parts of the structures are connected and interact.
  5. The patent information at the bottom, which states that this is a United States Patent Office design, Patent number 3,063,521, filed on August 31, 1959, and granted on November 13, 1962. The inventor, Buckminster Fuller, is acknowledged.

Overall, this blueprint serves as a technical illustration of Fuller's innovative architectural and engineering concepts that focus on efficient and robust structural designs.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-28

This is a blueprint/patent drawing showing tensile-integrity structures, also known as "tensegrity" structures. The image has a deep blue background with white line drawings showing various geometric configurations and structural designs. The patent document appears to be from 1962 and shows multiple figures labeled from Fig. 1 to Fig. 18, including spherical geodesic-like structures and various interconnected structural elements. These designs demonstrate the principle of tensegrity, where structures are held together by a network of continuous tension members balanced by discontinuous compression members. The drawings include both detailed structural components and complete assembled forms, particularly notable are three spherical structures shown at the bottom of the image. This is a significant patent in the field of architectural and structural engineering.

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-01-28

This is a blueprint or technical drawing showing tensile-integrity structures (tensegrity), from a US patent filed in 1959 and granted in 1962. The image shows various geometric designs and structural diagrams in white lines on a blue background, typical of architectural blueprints. The drawings include several spherical geodesic structures, triangular formations, and complex lattice-like frameworks. On the right side of the image, there appears to be a series of sequential structural details numbered as different figures. The overall composition demonstrates the principles of tensegrity, which is a structural principle based on a system of isolated compression components within a network of continuous tension. This patent document appears to be one of Buckminster Fuller's influential works in the field of architectural and structural design.

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The image shows blueprints or technical drawings of various geometric structures on a blue background. The structures include triangular trusses, geodesic domes, and other three-dimensional wireframe shapes. Dimensions and figure numbers are labeled on each structure in white text. In the bottom right corner, there is some additional text providing details on the patent filing for these "tensile-integrity structures", indicating they were invented by R. Buckminster Fuller.

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This image appears to be a blueprint or technical diagram featuring various geometric structures and shapes. The background is a solid blue color, and the diagrams are drawn in white lines. The structures depicted include geodesic domes, triangular frameworks, and other complex geometric shapes and patterns. This seems to be an illustration or design of "Tensile Integrity Structures" as stated in the title, likely related to the work of inventor Buckminster Fuller.

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Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image presents a detailed diagram of Buckminster Fuller's Tensegrity Structures, showcasing various designs and configurations. The diagram is set against a blue background with white lines and text, providing a clear visual representation of the structures.

  • Title and Description
    • The title "TENSILE-INTEGRITY STRUCTURES - TENSEGRITY" is displayed at the bottom of the image.
    • The diagram is attributed to Buckminster Fuller, with the text "© 1962, Buckminster Fuller" written in the bottom-right corner.
  • Diagram
    • The diagram features a series of interconnected triangles and lines, forming a complex network of structures.
    • The structures are labeled with numbers and letters, indicating different configurations and designs.
    • The diagram also includes various shapes and forms, such as spheres, cylinders, and cones, which are connected by the tensegrity structures.
  • Background and Border
    • The background of the diagram is a solid blue color, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the white lines and text.
    • A thin white border surrounds the diagram, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design.
  • Additional Text
    • At the bottom of the image, additional text provides context and information about the diagram.
    • The text includes the patent office number, filing date, and serial number, as well as the inventor's name and the year of invention.

In summary, the image presents a detailed and intricate diagram of Buckminster Fuller's Tensegrity Structures, showcasing various designs and configurations. The diagram is set against a blue background with white lines and text, and includes additional text providing context and information about the diagram.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a blue patent document for "TENSILE-INTEGRITY STRUCTURES" filed by Buckminster Fuller on August 31, 1959. The document features a white outline of various geometric shapes and structures, including triangles, spheres, and pyramids, arranged in a seemingly random pattern. The background is a solid blue color with a thin white border around the edges.

In the bottom-left corner, the text "TENSILE-INTEGRITY STRUCTURES - TENSEGRITY. United States Patent Office no. 3,063,521, filed August 31, 1959, serial no. 837,073, granted November 13, 1962. Inventor: Buckminster Fuller" is written in small white letters. The overall design of the document suggests that it is a technical drawing or blueprint for a specific type of structure or system.

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The image is a blueprint of a patent document for a "Tensile-Integrity Structure" or "Tensegrity" structure, filed by Buckminster Fuller on August 31, 1959, and granted on November 13, 1962. The document has a blue background with white lines and text. It includes various diagrams and illustrations that depict different aspects of the structure. The diagrams show the structural elements, including struts, cables, and nodes, arranged in various configurations. The text provides detailed descriptions and explanations of the structure's components and their interactions. The patent document also includes a reference to the inventor, Buckminster Fuller, and the patent office details.

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The image is a blueprint featuring a variety of geometric structures, primarily focusing on tensegrity designs. The blueprint is on a blue background with white lines and diagrams. The central part of the blueprint shows a large, complex structure resembling a combination of triangles and hexagons, possibly a model of a tensegrity tower. Surrounding this central structure are smaller diagrams illustrating different components and variations of tensegrity designs. Each diagram is labeled with a figure number (e.g., Fig. 19, Fig. 8, Fig. 10) and includes detailed annotations. The blueprint also includes several spherical structures, possibly representing geodesic domes or other related tensegrity forms. At the bottom of the blueprint, there is a title and a patent information section, indicating that this is a patent document for tensegrity structures by Buckminster Fuller.

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Here's a description of the image:

The image is a blueprint-style graphic against a blue background. It depicts a technical drawing or schematic related to "Tensile-Integrity Structures - Tensegrity," based on a United States Patent. The blueprint-style graphic includes detailed diagrams of various structural components, likely related to tensegrity. The illustrations include tower-like structures with a crisscrossing framework, as well as spherical forms and various other configurations, all labeled with "Fig." and a number. The bottom of the image includes text indicating the patent number, filing date, granting date, and the inventor, Buckminster Fuller. The drawing is done in white lines against a deep blue background.

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The image is a blueprint diagram, likely a patent drawing, showcasing various structures based on the principles of "tensile-integrity" or "tensegrity." This term is also written at the bottom, in bold.

The diagram is on a vibrant blue background and features white line drawings. The structures vary in design, from geometric shapes to more complex frameworks. There is a long, triangular structure in the upper left, and a similar, but more complex, triangular structure in the upper right.
Several smaller diagrams are included around the central structures, illustrating different aspects or variations of the tensile-integrity concept. These are labelled with "Fig." numbers.
The bottom of the image provides the title and details about the patent, including the inventor (Buckminster Fuller) and patent filing information.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-06

The image is a blueprint for a patent titled "Tensile-Integrity Structures," also known as "Tensegrity." The patent was filed on August 31, 1959, and granted on November 13, 1962. The inventor listed is Buckminster Fuller, who is well-known for his work on geodesic domes and other innovative structural designs.

The blueprint includes several detailed diagrams and figures (numbered from 6 to 20) that illustrate various configurations and components of tensegrity structures. These structures are characterized by the use of isolated components in compression inside a net of continuous tension, resulting in a stable, self-supporting structure.

Key elements in the blueprint include:

  • Various geometric shapes and arrangements of tensegrity structures.
  • Detailed views of different structural elements and their connections.
  • Illustrations of spherical and other three-dimensional tensegrity forms.
  • Annotations and labels that explain different parts and configurations of the structures.

The blueprint is printed on blue-colored paper, which is typical for architectural and engineering drawings to differentiate them from other types of documents. The patent number is 3,063,521, and the serial number is 837,073.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-17

This image is a blueprint-style illustration of various tensile-integrity structures, a design concept by Buckminster Fuller. The illustration is marked with figures or "Figs." which represent different structural components and configurations. Key features include:

  • Multiple geometric shapes and frameworks, some resembling tensegrity structures, which are based on the interaction of tension and compression.
  • Geometric patterns like triangles, grids, and complex polyhedra, which are common in Fuller's work that emphasizes the use of simple geometric forms to create complex, efficient, and versatile systems.
  • A large "V" shape structure on the left side, which appears to be one of the structural elements.
  • Spherical structures at the bottom, which are also part of the tensile-integrity design.
  • Various smaller shapes and components surrounding the larger structures, each numbered or labeled, suggesting they are part of a larger, modular system.

The overall design is symmetrical and repetitive, showcasing the uniformity and harmony of geometric forms that Fuller believed could be applied to a wide range of applications, from architecture and engineering to art and design. The blue background is characteristic of blueprint-style drawings, emphasizing the technical and engineering nature of the illustration.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-17

This image is a blueprint-style technical drawing illustrating various geometric and structural designs related to tensegrity, a concept attributed to the inventor Buckminster Fuller. The drawing is organized on a blue background with white lines and labels, typical of traditional engineering or architectural blueprints.

Key Features:

  1. Main Structures:

    • Two large, geometrically complex structures dominate the left and right sides. These are composed of interconnected nodes and struts, forming triangular and truss-like frameworks. These likely represent tensegrity structures.
  2. Smaller Geometric Shapes and Diagrams:

    • Several smaller diagrams are scattered throughout the center and edges, illustrating different variations and configurations of the tensegrity structures. These include triangular units, hexagons, stars, and other geometric forms. Some smaller diagrams may represent steps in the assembly process.
  3. Spherical Designs:

    • Three spherical structures at the bottom center are composed of interconnected lines and nodes, resembling geodesic domes. These showcase the application of tensegrity principles in three-dimensional forms.
  4. Linear Diagrams:

    • On the right side, there is a sequence of linear, step-by-step diagrams. These appear to show the progression of a structure, likely starting from a flat configuration and ending in a fully assembled tensegrity form.
  5. Labels and Annotations:

    • Each diagram is labeled with "Fig." followed by a number, indicating a specific figure or step in the design process. Some figures are numbered sequentially, while others may reference multiple parts of the structures.
  6. Text at the Bottom:

    • The drawing includes a caption at the bottom, which identifies it as part of a patent for "Tensegrity Structures" filed by Buckminster Fuller in 1959 and granted in 1962. It includes the patent number and other official details.

Purpose:

This blueprint serves as a detailed technical illustration for understanding and constructing tensegrity structures, showcasing their geometric properties and potential applications in engineering and architecture. It is likely intended for engineers, architects, or students studying Fuller's work.

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