Dynamic Spatiality

Grosz and Rocker

"Indeed the subordination of space to time in western though [...] is one of the most complex issues in the history of metaphysics." (Krell,31)

"Spacing is of interest in as much as it exceeds the conceptual order it makes possible." (Wigley, 79)

These two points go hand in hand with the readings by Grosz and Rocker, which deal with a the dynamics of space and movement. 

The Future of Space: Toward an Architecture of Invention

There are two different times; a time of differance and a time of knowledge. The focus of this essay was upon that of differance, a seeming temporalization of space and spatialization of time. The dichotomy between spacing and temporization is one that allows space to emerge from non-time or a time of interval. This allows for virtuality to seep into existence, meaning that space and movement are simultaneously dynamic. This generates the modalization of space; a rift between what "is" and "isn't." 

Some key points were that:

• abstract space is nothing but the mental diagram of infinite divisibility
• space is a field for the play of virtualities
• space emerges through motion
• the past is only idea, the present is ideo-motor - a series of unhingings
• contrast between finite moment and infinite past

Versioning: Evolutionary Techniques in Architecture

There is the potential for a dissolving differential data-design that no longer simply 'exists' but 'becomes.' These two words are key to both of the readings. Existence emerges through an understanding of time and processes, becoming an object or space or motion that can be simultaneously understood and controlled. In our dynamic world, "nothing but change persistently takes place." Since we are able to instantaneously project and produce, objects are dynamically 'in-formed.' Through the repetition of difference, finessed objects can emerge, refined to the point of pragmatism, warranting careful studies in form making. 

Some key points were:

• Repetition of difference
• Data-design escapes the realm of the prior-anticipated
• differentiation can dissolve into figures out of 'nothing'

Finally is defined as the continuous process of differentiation. Different versions or iterations are used in order to resolve problems at a w holistic level; such as those of the automobile, airplane, and certainly architecture.

Krell, David Farrell. Architecture: Ecstacies of Space, Time, and the Human Body. State University of New York Press. New York. Print. 1997
Wigley, Mark. The Architecture of Deconstruction: Derrida's Haunt. The MIT Press. Cambridge. Print. 1993

Movement 3 and Analysis

Usain Bolt - Gold Medal Finish

Movement2

The dunk is one of the most thrilling aspects of basketball. A player goes airborne and flies to the rim, slamming the ball and their body into the action of scoring. The moment before the dunk is one of compression, whereas making the bucket is one of extension. This process is one that creates a unique pattern through space, with different parts of the body engaging in different movements.

Matrix in Light

The expression of a matrix in light allows for the depth of the whole surface to be measured and better understood. The image conveys an expression of interiority, something important when examining the initial object. 

Matrix of Surface

The manipulation of a surface via moving a point within the Cartesian grid allows for a plethora of results each seemingly stranger than the last. Each row of distortions responds to a particular direction of distortion; some vertical, horizontal or diagonal. The original surface is in the top left of each matrix, and the orange highlights a final distortion within chosen parameters.

Plan Distortions

The view of the manipulations in plan allows one to see when points were being altered horizontally. The first, third and fifth row were prime examples of horizontal manipulation.

Elevation Distortions

The view of the manipulations in elevation reveals a similar yet vertical manipulation. The most extreme example is in the third row, where the object leaves the parameters of the overall grid. The grid is also tested by the fourth iteration, where the line between objects is almost breached.

Perspective Distortions

Matrix in Rhino

Double McTwist 1260

Shaun White: Double McTwist 1260

In honor of the Olympics, here is a video of Shaun White doing some pretty amazing things with rotation. Then the team at the New York Times added some helpful graphics to document the motion as an animation.

Snowboarder - Smithsonian