Posted on Dec 16, 2015
I found this humorous. What are your thoughts on this "futuristic and friendly" FOB concept?
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So...Iowa State design students created a concept for a FOB/COP. Not only are their designs futuristic, but they are fanciful. Interesting and totally absurd when it comes to the implementation. Maybe on an airfield in a permissive environment where the airmen can enjoy it and the Soldiers can go on R&R, but not a COP.
http://www.news.iastate.edu/news/2015/12/09/intdes-outpost
http://www.news.iastate.edu/news/2015/12/09/intdes-outpost
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Edited 9 y ago
Posted 9 y ago
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Working in the architectural & design community, we often look at many factors. One that comes immediately to mind: Sustainability. Wow, it looks nice. But, can the design sustain itself under "normal" use? How many mortar rounds can this absorb while both maintaining its structural integrity and providing continuous safety to its occupants? Nice concept --if your a college student in Ames, Iowa.
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Yup. I looked at it from that aspect too. They mentioned one concept being underground. I'd like to see that one. There might be some merit to it.
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Tried to post a comment...but I can't get off the floor whilst laughing by six off.
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