| Title |
A Self-Equilibrium Stress Mode Analysis Method for Cable Dome Type Structures by using of Generalized Inverse |
| Authors |
Kang Joo-Won ; Kim Jae-Yeol |
| Keywords |
Cable Dome ; Self-equilibrium Stress Mode ; Generalized Inverse ; Lightweight Structural System |
| Abstract |
This paper deals with an analytical method of cable dome type structures consisted with cables and struts which is a type of lightweight structural systems suitable for covering large column-free space. Cable dome derives its initial stiffness from appropriate combination of initial tension or compression introduced into the system. For the design of this type of structure, a special step to determine the self-equilibrium stress mode is necessary. In this paper, a simple method based on the use of generalized inverse will be described. The ultimate aim of the paper is to introduce a tool with which various shapes of cable dome structures could be analyzed for design purpose. |