From the introduction of 'Lightness':
1. The inevitable renaissance of minimum energy structures
2. The trinity of material, shape and process
Quote #1 : Making things lighter is not just a matter of choosing lighter materials, for every material entails its own properties in terms of shape and manufacturing techniques. A complex structure consists of a hierarchy of elements. Focusing attention on making just one minor element lighter than it was before, may result in a weight increase for the entire construction. This is caused by the necessity to compensate for weaknesses that are the result of imbalanced weight reduction.
Quote #2: ...an entertaining mixture of the explanation of the promise of new composite materials, and inspiring examples that give the reader insight into the way structures work.
What is your understanding of Lightness in your project?
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