[vc_row][vc_column][vc_images_carousel images=”10949,10534,12740″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]We find that there is no much information online to guide how to build a projection dome. Therefore, we decide to share this kind of information for engineers, dome builders, and other stakeholders in the projection dome.
In this post, you will get a deep insight into the basic knowledge of the projection dome and how it is assembled.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
Step by Step to teach you how to build a projection dome
- Pick reliable suppliers
- Preparation for building a projection dome
- Building the frame structure from the top outward
- Covering the frame with membrane
- Installing the projection system
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ultimate_heading main_heading=”What is the projection dome?” heading_tag=”h3″ main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:24px;”][/ultimate_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Projection dome is geodesic domes equipped with a projection mapping system. Most of us are familiar with Planetarium and Fulldome, and these are two specific types of projection domes. A planetarium is more for educational and entertaining shows about astronomy, while a fulldome is more for theater immersive environments.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Geodesic Dome vs. Projection Dome” heading_tag=”h3″ main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]The biggest difference between an ordinary geodesic dome and a projection dome is that projection dome use projection screen for its high performance in projection mapping. With the cinema-level membrane projection screen, the projection dome has the capability for light innovation.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Projection domes are popular worldwide” heading_tag=”h4″ main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Recently, projection domes become increasingly popular. You can find projection domes are used for various commercial and governmental events around the world. Here are some of them:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”9062″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Light Arts Show
Geodesic Domes have an excellent capacity for lighting innovation. During the Light Arts Show, attendees are surprised by this creative illumination dome.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”12543″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Business Development Events
In the daytime, this 30-meter-diameter Projection Dome is used to hold investing and business development workshops. At night, with the multiple-projector system, it is used to showcase official videos to attract audiences.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”9018″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Carnival & Promotion
This 360-degree immersive projection dome was used for the film PADDINGTON 2 in Hong Kong. The 10-meter (32 feet) geodesic dome featured a custom printed dome cover and 360-degree projection system, seating for 60 people or stand for 115 people.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Then, let’s turn to the practical view-how to build right now:
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Step by Step to teach you how to build a projection dome” main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;”][/ultimate_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”12728″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][ultimate_heading main_heading=”1. Pick reliable suppliers” heading_tag=”h5″ main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Before building a projection dome, one should purchase the geodesic dome tent and projection dome system. For geodesic dome, we strongly recommend Shelter Dome due to their high quality, affordable price and custom services. As for the dome projection system, we suggest you purchase locally. A local shop can provide immediate maintenance once you face a technical problem.
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It is suggested to build the projection dome which diameter within 12 meters from the bottom upward. For a large projection dome, it can only build from the top outward, with a crane. Here is a time-lapse video of building large 30-meter-diameter projection dome:
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There are at least two different types of projection dome, one you can see the video mapping from the outside, and another one from inside. Let’s see the examples:
Projection mapping on the outside surface of dome
In this case, the audience can enjoy the video mapping out of the projection dome. To make the dome look “illuminate” on the outside surface, the dome builder should cover the PVC fabric.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”12543″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]We built one 30-meter-diameter projection dome in India. As you can see, they did the video mapping outside. Even you are 50 meters far away from the illumination dome, you can notice what is playing on it. This type of illumination dome is good for promotion.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Project Details” color=”success” size=”sm” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shelter-dome.com%2Fproducts%2Fdome-projection-30-meter-diameter%2F|||” css=”.vc_custom_1574664678835{padding-top: -15px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”10949″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1574664418296{padding-top: -15px !important;}”]We also build one projection dome in China. However, you can only get the immersive experience when you sit inside. This type of projection dome is perfect for cinema.
[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Project Details” color=”success” size=”sm” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fshelter-dome.com%2Fproducts%2Fdia-30m-immersive-projection-dome-theater%2F|||”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”5. Installing the projection system” main_heading_color=”#72b626″ alignment=”left” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]As the whole projection dome is done, the dome owner can set the dome projection to do dome mapping.
For those who build a semi-permanent projection dome to run a business, it is a wise choice to purchase a projection mapping system and ask the local supplier to install. However, for those clients who used it for special events or festivals, it is better to rent one locally. All in all, it is dependent on the dome owner whether to purchase a projection mapping system or to rent it.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
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