A new and engaging way to learn structural behavior

Structural Knowledge at Your Fingertips

Welcome to Mola, where the complexities of structural engineering and architecture are made accessible to everyone.

Whether you're a university student or an enthusiast eager to understand building dynamics, Mola Structural System allows you to assemble, visualize, and feel the structures using your own hands.

This interactive approach transforms abstract concepts into tangible, real-world knowledge, making learning intuitive and engaging.

Hands-On Learning

Mola offers an immersive learning experience that leverages the power of touch and real-time feedback. By manipulating the structural model, students can intuitively understand complex theories and observe the immediate impact of their changes. This hands-on approach makes abstract ideas concrete and comprehensible.

Create Ah-Ha Moments

Experience the joy of discovery with Mola. When complex structural concepts finally click, the satisfaction of understanding and creating becomes a powerful motivator for further learning. These "ah-ha" moments turn abstract theories into concrete experiences, making learning engaging and rewarding.

Develop Critical Skills

Using Mola, students can develop essential skills for their academic and professional growth. By interacting with the model, they enhance their intuition and grasp the fundamentals of structural behavior. Mola improves spatial visualization, helping students manipulate structural forms, and deepens their understanding of how different materials and shapes affect structural integrity and performance.

What you learn with your hands impresses better your
brain. Mola is a great tool for understanding structural behavior. Mola mucho.

— Dr. Eng. Jorge Bernabeu | Prof. Technical University of Madrid - UPM, Spain.

Bring Your Sketches to Life

Mola empowers you to transition from sketches to tangible models effortlessly.
Experience the satisfaction of assembling your designs and seeing them come to life.

Uçaúna Station: award-winning students project. Designed by Marcelo Marçal and Rafael Cirino, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil.

Instant Feedback

With Mola, you can test your design ideas on the spot, experimenting with different configurations and observing their performance. This immediate feedback helps refine concepts quickly and efficiently, streamlining the design process.

Enhance Communication

Mola enhances communication between students and professors by providing a tangible way to discuss and demonstrate structural ideas. It simplifies the conveyance of complex concepts, fostering better collaboration and understanding.

Present Your Design

ake your presentations more engaging and impressive with Mola. Physical models help communicate abstract concepts visually and intuitively, making it easier for clients and team members to understand your ideas.

Uçauna Station, São Paulo, Brazil.

Mola as a design tool

Learn how an award-winning students project, the Uçauna Station, was designed and how Mola was used to test hypotheses and find solutions.

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Mola was perfect for simulating what we had in mind, as it is also modular and lightweight. It truly simulates all the characteristics of a well-made steel structure.

— Architect Marcelo Marçal, Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil.

Bridging Theory and Practice

Mola bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application, providing a comprehensive learning experience. By integrating traditional methods with interactive tools, Mola prepares students for real-world challenges in structural engineering.

Buckling Effective Length
Unbraced column

Buckling Effective Length
Column braced in one direction

Buckling Effective Length
Column braced in both directions

These carefully designed kits allow students of all levels to interactively learn basic principles in structural design. This invaluable hands on experience empowers them to apply these basic principles to the design of full scale structures.

— Dr. Eng. Tal Cohen, Prof. Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT, USA.

Mola Throughout Your Academic Journey and Beyond

Lifelong Learning with Mola

Mola is a versatile tool that supports you at any stage of your academic journey and beyond. Embrace Mola as a lifelong learning tool that evolves with your career, providing continuous support and inspiration from the classroom to the professional world.

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Professional Development

Use Mola to refine your structural skills throughout your career, staying updated with the latest advancements in structural engineering and architecture.

Effective Communication

Leverage Mola to clearly communicate complex structural ideas to clients and colleagues, enhancing collaboration and project outcomes.

Design Innovation

Incorporate Mola into your design process to visualize and test new concepts, ensuring your ideas are both innovative and structurally sound.

Versatile and User-Friendly

Perfect for students, professionals, and enthusiasts without requiring prior technical knowledge.

Mola Book/Manual

Each Mola Structural Kit includes a beautifully designed and illustrated book/manual, serving as a comprehensive guide and reference for anyone interested in learning about structural behavior. This manual is more than just a practical guide for using Mola; it provides a wealth of information and examples to inspire and enhance your independent learning.

Detailed Explanations

The book/manual includes thorough explanations of all parts and assembly processes to ensure ease of use.

Look inside Mola 1 Book/Manual

Illustrative Examples

A collection of examples that you can replicate, enhancing understanding through practice.

Look inside Mola 2 Book/Manual

Independent Study

Encouragement for self-guided learning and experimentation, promoting a dynamic and investigative approach.

Look inside Mola 3 Book/Manual

Compact Design

Your Structural Lab Anywhere

Mola is designed with elegance and practicality in mind. The compact, book-like packaging ensures the product stays protected and organized, allowing you to easily carry it in your backpack and take it anywhere.

Unleash Your Creativity with Mola

Combine Mola Structural Kits with Mola accessories to bring the world’s iconic structures to life.