422.00 Octet Truss
422.01 In an isotropic vector matrix, there are only two clear-space polyhedra described internally by the configuration of interacting vectors: these are the regular tetrahedron and the regular octahedron operating as complementary space fillers. The single octahedron-tetrahedron deep truss system is known in synergetics as the octet truss.
422.02 The octet truss, or the isotropic vector matrix, is generated by the asymmetrical closest-packed sphere conglomerations. The nuclei are incidental.
422.03 When four tetrahedra of a given size are symmetrically intercombined by single bonding, each tetrahedron will have one of its four vertexes uncombined, and three combined with the six mutually combined vertexes symmetrically embracing to define an octahedron; while the four noncombined vertexes of the tetrahedra will define a tetrahedron twice the edge length of the four tetrahedra of given size; wherefore the resulting central space of the double-size tetrahedron is an octahedron. Together, these polyhedra comprise a common octahedron-tetrahedron system.
422.04 The tetrahedronated octahedron and all other regular symmetrical polyhedra known are described repetitiously by compounding two types of rational fraction asymmetric elements of the tetrahedron and octahedron. These elements are known in synergetics as the
421.10 Force Distribution: In the three-way grid octet truss system, concentrated energy loads applied to any one point are distributed radially outward in nine directions and are immediately diffused into the finite hexagonally arranged six vectors entirely enclosing the six-way-distributed force. Each of the hexagon’s six vertexes distribute the loads 18 ways to the next outwardly encircling vectors, which progressively diffusing system ultimately distributes the original concentrated energy force equally to all parts of the system as with a pneumatic tire. Thus the system joins together synergetically to distribute and inhibit the forces.
421.20 Geometry of Structure: Considered solely as geometry of structure, the final identification of the octet truss by the chemists and physicists as closest packing also identifies the octet truss and vector equilibria structuring as amongst the prime cosmic principles permeating and facilitating all physical experience.