This paper explores Spur Domes which are an innovative technology that respects the environment and has extremely thin sections. The paper includes a comprehensive review of current methodologies, identification of obstacles inhibiting improvements to dome structures, and exploration of new materials for enhanced structural performance. Despite being structurally sound with iterations and earthquake resistant over the 8 years of existence and manoeuvring of construction styles, Spur Dome techniques need to innovate to adapt by increasing insulation and preventing moisture to suit various climates. Some solutions to address various research aspects include incorporating local resources and strategies for climate adaptability; experimenting with creative fibres and materials based on available research data; reacting to dampness permeating through the structural layers. It is extremely essential to acknowledge limitations in comparative analyses, structural layer documentation, and climate specificity. Integral to advancing Spur Dome construction is commitment to comprehending and adapting, aiming to overcome constraints through innovative materials and techniques, ensuring habitability across diverse climatic regions.

Keywords: Domes; Shells; Ferrocement; Sustainable; Ecological

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This paper explores Spur Domes which are an innovative technology that respects the environment and has extremely thin sections. The paper includes a comprehensive review of current methodologies, identification of obstacles inhibiting improvements to dome structures, and exploration of new materials for enhanced structural performance. Despite being structurally sound with iterations and earthquake resistant over the 8 years of existence and manoeuvring of construction styles, Spur Dome techniques need to innovate to adapt by increasing insulation and preventing moisture to suit various climates. Some solutions to address various research aspects include incorporating local resources and strategies for climate adaptability; experimenting with creative fibres and materials based on available research data; reacting to dampness permeating through the structural layers. It is extremely essential to acknowledge limitations in comparative analyses, structural layer documentation, and climate specificity. Integral to advancing Spur Dome construction is commitment to comprehending and adapting, aiming to overcome constraints through innovative materials and techniques, ensuring habitability across diverse climatic regions.

Keywords: Domes; Shells; Ferrocement; Sustainable; Ecological

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1. Engineering Structures | Journal | ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier. (n.d.). https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/engineering-structures
2. Lv, Z., & Chen, H. (2012). Modeling of self-healing efficiency for cracks due to unhydrated cement nuclei in hardened cement paste. Procedia Engineering, 27, 281–290. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.proeng.2011.12.454
3. Bruggi, M. (2020). A constrained force density method for the funicular analysis and design of arches, domes and vaults. International Journal of Solids and Structures, 193–194, 251–269. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijsolstr.2020.02.030
4. Kumar, N. U. (2010). FERROCEMENT GEODESIC DOME SHELTER FOR EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT AFFORDABLE HOUSING. In Proceedings of the 9th U.S. National and 10th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering (p. Paper No 194). https://www.caee.ca/10CCEEpdf/2010EQConf-000194.pdf
5. Кривошапко, С. Н. (2017). The perspectives of application of thin-walled plastic and composite polymer shells in civil and industrial architecture. Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites, 37(4), 217–229. https://doi.org/10.1177/0731684417740770
6. Ovsyannikov, S. I., Suska, A., & Shevchenko, S. A. (2019). Formation of thermal-insulating building envelopes of dome constructions for the far north regions. IOP Conference Series. Materials Science and Engineering, 698(2), 022006. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/698/2/022006
7. Samuel, D. L., Dharmasastha, K., Nagendra, S. S., & Maiya, M. (2017). Thermal comfort in traditional buildings composed of local and modern construction materials. International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment, 6(2), 463–475. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijsbe.2017.08.001
8. Lugowski, J. (2013). Ferrocement Super-Insulated Shell House Design and Construction. DIVA. https://www.diva-portal.org/smash/record.jsf?pid=diva2%3A633742&dswid=8483
9. International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures (IASS). (n.d.). Terrene 1.0 : Innovative, earth-based material for the constructi. . .: Ingenta Connect. https://www. Ingenta connect. com/contentone/iass/piass/2022/00002022/00000007/art00016
10. Menardo, A. (2012). THIN CONCRETE SHELLS - a study of alternative methods of construction and future opportunities. In Institute of Concrete Technology, Institute of Concrete Technology 2012-2013 Yearbook. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andrea-Menardo/publication/350995339_THIN_CONCRETE_SHELLS_a_study_of_alternative_methods_of_construction_and_future_opportunities/links/607ea16f8ea909241e107218/THIN-CONCRETE-SHELLS-a-study-of-alternative-methods-of-construction-and-future-opportunities.pdf