What IS THE PURPOSE OF A GEODESIC DOME???????

In 1922 Dr. Walther Bauersfeld developed a geodesic dome for Carl Zeiss in Jena Germany, he may be considered as the "inventor" of the geodesic dome. Ref: http://simplydifferently.org/Geodesic_Dome R. Buckminster Fuller spent much of the early 20th Century looking for ways to improve human shelter by: Applying modern technological know-how to shelter construction. Making shelter more comfortable and efficient. Making shelter more economically available to a greater number of people. After acquiring some experience in the building industry and discovering the traditional practices and perceptions which severely limit changes and improvements in construction practices, Fuller carefully examined, and improved, interior structure equipment, including the toilet (similar to the ones now used in airplanes), the shower (which cleans more efficiently using less water), and the bathroom as a whole. He studied structure shells, and devised a number of alternatives, each less expensive, lighter, and stronger than traditional wood, brick, and stone buildings. Ref: http://www.bfi.org/about-bucky/buckys-big-ideas/geodesic-domes

it's purpose is for it to help us remember the name buckminster fuller . it's a geometric shape with the least exterior exposure . it's also very strong structurally . self supporting . they look cool .

it's purpose is for it to help us remember the name buckminster fuller . it's a geometric shape with the least exterior exposure . it's also very strong structurally . self supporting . they look cool .