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UNSPECIFIED (2005) Design of tension structures: challenges and misconceptions. PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS-MUNICIPAL ENGINEER, 158 (3). pp. 231-241. ISSN 0965-0903.
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Abstract
Tension structures, in the form of pre-stressed cable nets and fabric roofs, are becoming a permanent feature of modern architecture. Their popularity can be attributed to their aesthetic appeal, improved durability and the development of computational analysis techniques that facilitate the design process. Despite progress and growing interest in tension structures, their behaviour and complexities of design are not fully understood, except by a few specialists working in the field. This paper introduces the topic, outlines practical difficulties and discusses misconceptions related to the design of tension structures. The main focus of the paper is placed on a process known as form-finding-an issue that affects practically every aspect of design and construction. A way forward, suggested in the closing part of the paper, aims to provoke discussion on the role of engineering education and the division of labour between architect and engineer.
Item Type: | Journal Article | ||||
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Subjects: | T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) | ||||
Journal or Publication Title: | PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS-MUNICIPAL ENGINEER | ||||
Publisher: | THOMAS TELFORD PUBLISHING | ||||
ISSN: | 0965-0903 | ||||
Official Date: | September 2005 | ||||
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Volume: | 158 | ||||
Number: | 3 | ||||
Number of Pages: | 11 | ||||
Page Range: | pp. 231-241 | ||||
Publication Status: | Published |
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