I'm looking at details of designs across science fiction
And noticing a common trend between a lot of them. Use of hexagonal patterns
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DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
Not mentioned already. Hexagonal shape is the most strength and space efficient system.
Triangular shape is the strongest. Yet requires more space. The walls of triangle require more wall area, for the equal amount of space.
In science fiction, in particular, usable space is a requirement. So the hexagonal shape with its strength is very much needed out in space.
Less walls, less weight. Less power necessary to move it or change direction.
Take a good look at the left side of the image above. It sort of looks like a spaceship. The bottom being the rocket.
Triangular shape is the strongest. Yet requires more space. The walls of triangle require more wall area, for the equal amount of space.
In science fiction, in particular, usable space is a requirement. So the hexagonal shape with its strength is very much needed out in space.
Less walls, less weight. Less power necessary to move it or change direction.
Take a good look at the left side of the image above. It sort of looks like a spaceship. The bottom being the rocket.