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The Mola 4 Structural Kit, supported by Marko, is an innovative modular system for playful teaching of structures in architecture and engineering.
O Mola has been gaining ground in leading global universities, offering a practical and visual approach to teaching structures. This Brazilian tool has stood out for faithfully reproducing structural behavior, and is widely used in renowned institutions such as MIT and Cambridge. Its continuous evolution reflects the commitment and innovation behind its creation, now in its fourth edition, further expanding its reach through variety of materials.
The incorporation of Spring Structural Kit in academic training has facilitated the learning of architecture and engineering students. This set provides an interactive way to understand complex concepts, creating a more engaging study experience. Mola Education, responsible for designing and developing this solution, continues to encourage new ways of teaching, showing that education can be both effective and fun. With an emphasis on hands-on learning, Mola has revolutionized traditional teaching methods, and continues to expand its global presence.
Spring Structural Kit and its Expansion
A modular set with 235 magnetic components, which looks like a toy, but is much more. This is the Mola Structural Kit, an authentically Brazilian product that has now reached its fourth edition. Supported by the same mechanism of collective financing that initially drove it, Marko Sistema Metálicos, a Brazilian company that also developed a exclusive system known as Roll-on (Metal Roofing System), is sponsoring the Mola 4 Structural Kit. This new set, venturing into arch and shell structures, incorporates origami and folding techniques into its mounting system. According to the creator of the kit, Márcio Sequeira, the fourth edition seeks to further improve the teaching of concepts of structures for engineering and architecture students.
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Spring Concept Improvement
'We are progressing with each new edition, adding new features and concepts,' says Sequeira, highlighting that in the company's first decade, more than R$3 million has been raised in crowdfunding to launch the system, which has already been adopted by more than 800 universities in 103 countries. These institutions include MIT, USP, the University of Cambridge, and the renowned architecture firm Foster + Partners. For this new edition, Mola 4 incorporates origami principles, offering a creative and playful approach to understanding how form influences structural efficiency. This advancement builds on Mola's foundations, with the goal of creating intuitive, high-quality tools that provide three-dimensional learning experiences that digital technology cannot reproduce, stimulating the understanding of both basic and highly complex structural concepts, offering moments of intuitive and playful learning.
Spring Structural Kit Expansion
Márcio Sequeira emphasizes that a qualitative understanding of structural behavior is essential to optimize collaboration between architects and civil engineers. Fundraising for this new version reached approximately US$160, thanks to the support of 496 people in more than 42 countries. 'Initially, 500 Mola 4 Kits will be sent to sponsors', right. Christophe Schwarzberg, Operations Director at Marko Sistema Metálicos, describes the product as innovative, in complete synergy with the Roll-on concept. This precast system, with modular parts produced on an industrial scale, is assembled on the ground and hoisted in modules to form the roof of the projects.
The Lego Concept in Roll-on
Schwarzberg explains that the Roll-on adopts the 'lego' concept, where the individual parts complete the structure of the roof, ensuring quick assembly and precise, speeding up the project deadline. He highlights that the diversification of the Mola Structural Kit, with its countless application possibilities, especially in architectural projects, influenced Marko's decision to support the product innovation. 'Marko values innovation and invests 5% of its revenue in R&D. This innovation in modular system has revolutionized the teaching of architecture globally', explains Christophe, announcing the creation of approximately 5 Mola 4 Kits with the Marko brand.
Spring Kit 4 Details
Mola 4 includes 145 modular parts and a instruction manual, allowing the assembly of various structural systems. Exploring arches and shell structures, the kit uses magnets, springs of different shapes and sizes, as well as unique papers with pre-determined creases to represent shell structures. Connectors allow the customization of models with various materials such as cardboard, EVA, acrylic and 3D printed parts. Designed to be compatible with other products in the Mola ecosystem, the kit allows the creation of countless structural configurations. Intended for students, educators and professionals, the Mola Structural Kit provides unlimited possibilities, allowing learning and fun without the need for prior technical knowledge.
Mola Education and Roll-on
Mola Education, a company based in Brazil, focuses on developing products that facilitate teaching and learning about structures in an intuitive and fun way. Mola Education's mission is to expand the knowledge of students, professionals and laypeople about how the structures around us behave. In turn, the Roll-on, genuinely Brazilian, offers a large internal area free of columns, maximizing the available space. With wide spans between columns and thinner beams compared to concrete beams, the system allows for better use of space. In addition, its industrialized system avoids waste, reducing the need for labor. Ground assembly ensures safety, minimizing the risk of accidents. The process reduces work at height by more than 90%, promoting a safer work environment.
Flexibility and Advantages of Roll-on
The flexibility of Roll-on is a differentiator, enabling the incorporation of new metal elements that meet the requirements of new projects. Another strong point is the assembly of the roof on the ground, which provides greater safety, significantly reducing work at height. Available for immediate delivery, rapid assembly speeds up the physical and financial schedule of the works, making the system attractive for large projects that operate under tight schedules, giving it a prominent position in the market.
Source: MARKO Press
