Tensegrity structural systems for the future
The word tensegrity results from the contraction of tensional and integrity, a word created by Richard Buckminster Fuller. He went on to describe tensegrity structures as islands of compression in an ocean of tension, and Reιn Motro has developed a comprehensive definition which is systems in a stab...
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| Format: | Electronic Book |
| Language: | English |
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London Sterling, VA
Kogan Page Science
2003
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| Summary: | The word tensegrity results from the contraction of tensional and integrity, a word created by Richard Buckminster Fuller. He went on to describe tensegrity structures as islands of compression in an ocean of tension, and Reιn Motro has developed a comprehensive definition which is systems in a stable self equilibriated system comprising a discontinuous set of compressed components inside a continuum of tensioned components. This publication represents the life work of a leading exponent of a revolutionary and exciting method of structural design. * Represents the life work of a leading exponent of a revolutionary and exciting method of structural design * Applicable to architecture as an established structural system, can also be applied to other fields * Design professionals will be able to design better structures. Interested non-professionals will experience the great pleasure of being able to say "I understand why the Hisshorn tower stands up" |
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| Physical Description: | xvii, 238 σ. εικ. 24 εκ |
| Bibliography: | Περιέχει βιβλιογραφικές παραπομπές (σ. [228]-236) and index |
| ISBN: | 9781903996379 1903996376 |
