TENSEGRITIES. Design, Analysis and Constructing.

Year: 2008 Authors: Jan W. Marcus

Core claim

Nonlinear finite element methods make it possible to analyze and design tensegrities with minimal tensile components for safe physical construction.

Topics

tensegrity structures, finite element analysis, pre-tension, nonlinear behavior, structural construction

Domains

structural mechanics, finite element method, stress analysis, geometric non-linearity, sculpture, architectural structure, kinetic form, engineering design

Methods

NASTRAN, ANSYS, computer modeling, nonlinear analysis, physical prototyping

Media

wooden rods, steel cables, aluminum tubes, nylon fishing wire, cable clamps

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