ABSTRACT
“Logical topology” is a concept in networking that defines the architecture of communication for all nodes in a network. Using network equipment such as routers and switches, the logical topology of a network can be dynamically maintained or reconfigured. Logical topologies contrast with physical topologies, which refer to the physical interconnections of all devices in a network. The final stage of process is the translation of the topographical surface from a fragile particulate field to permanent state. Depending on the project, we incorporate a series of digital and material approaches to this stage, including 3D scanning, height field mapping through photography, or direct casting of the surface topology. Data visualization specialist Nathaniel Quinn traced the impact of damming the Mississippi on local communities. Using GIS to geolocate the shifting position of the river relative to state and county lines over 100 years, an incremental time-based sequence of river positions was converted to vectors that translated these shifts to robotic movement.
