Looking at the geometry again, I don't think it's the same as the 
quad-dome, as the right angle triangles appear not to be vertical.

On Tuesday, October 9, 2012 6:37:39 PM UTC+1, jeb wrote:
>
> I haven't worked out the geometry yet, and not sure if it's using the 
> hexayurt signature 4x8 diag hex roof panel geometry in a unique way. 
> At least looks inspired by the ubiquitous burning man structure, and I 
> hope to learn more soon since I live nearby. 
>
> Love the idea of a real pre-fab house that is designed ground up for 
> super efficiency and off-grid placement though. So much better than 
> standard houses. In fact, I have an off-grid building site in SW 
> Missouri that might be perfect for this. 
>
> On Tue, Oct 9, 2012 at 10:02 AM, KK <[email protected] <javascript:>> 
> wrote: 
> > 
> > On Tuesday, October 9, 2012 12:30:52 AM UTC-6, Vinay Gupta wrote: 
> >> 
> >> 
> >> http://envirohaven.com/ 
> >> 
> >> Look familiar? 
> >> 
> >> Does anybody have the time to figure out what, exactly, they think they 
> >> patented? There ought to be a patent application somewhere visible, if 
> it's 
> >> been granted. 
> >> 
> > 
> > It's just another 70's dome with wood framing. Nothing looks new at all 
> > really. 
> > Somebody gave him money for this? 
> > 
> > Anyway... 
> > 
> > Patent US20070028531 - Haven House - Google Patents - 
> http://bit.ly/PTvAbc 
> > 
> > Even his name is unoriginal. There is another "Haven" house patented 
> > already. 
> > His patent is "pending" so it prob. won't show up yet as it has not been 
> > granted. 
> > 
> > Also, no word back from Rafael or World Shelters about a US price for an 
> > Ubershelter T-Shel2 
> > No response to email from either one. Classy. 
> > 
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