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Patterning of tensile fabric structures with a discrete element model using dynamic relaxation

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Gale, Stuart M. and Lewis, W. J. (Wanda J.) (2016) Patterning of tensile fabric structures with a discrete element model using dynamic relaxation. Computers & Structures, 169 . pp. 112-121. doi:10.1016/j.compstruc.2016.03.005

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Abstract

Tensile fabric membranes present opportunities for efficient structures, combining the cladding and support structure. Such structures must be doubly curved to resist external loads, but doubly curved surfaces cannot be formed from flat fabric without distorting. Computational methods of patterning are used to find the optimal composition of planar panels to generate the form, but are sensitive to the models and techniques used. This paper presents a detailed discussion of, and insights into, the computational process of patterning. A new patterning method is proposed, which uses a discrete model, advanced flattening methods, dynamic relaxation, and re-meshing to generate accurate cutting patterns. Comparisons are drawn with published methods of patterning to show the suitability of the method.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: T Technology > TS Manufactures
Divisions: Faculty of Science > Engineering
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Textured woven fabrics
Journal or Publication Title: Computers & Structures
Publisher: Pergamon
ISSN: 0045-7949
Official Date: June 2016
Dates:
DateEvent
June 2016Published
4 April 2016Available
17 March 2016Accepted
27 May 2015Submitted
Date of first compliant deposit: 25 April 2016
Volume: 169
Number of Pages: 10
Page Range: pp. 112-121
DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruc.2016.03.005
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Open Access
Funder: Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Grant number: EP/K503204/1 (EPSRC)

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