| Title |
Developments of Arch Type Tensegrity System with Single Curvature |
| Keywords |
Tensegrity system ; Force density method ; Connection matrix ; Rank ; Reduced row echelon form(Rref) |
| Abstract |
Tensegrity systems are stable structures which are reticulated spatial structures composed of compressive straight members, struts and cables. The rigidification of tensegrity systems is related to selfstress states which can be achieved only when geometrical and mechanical requirements are simultaneously satisfied.
In this paper, a numerical method allowing form-finding for tensegrity systems with tensile and compressive members using the force density method is presented. Generally, Connection matrix of tensegrity unit-structures is a special property of singularity, that is, there are number of solutions numerically. And, it is proposed the self-equilibrated axial mode equation and range of the various geometrical parameter about unit system. Also, the model of double layed single curvature arch with quadruplex using supplementary cable is presented. |