This is the first fully comprehensive survey and analysis of masted structures and covers examples that have evolved during the past three decades. Masted Structures are one of the most interesting developments in post-war architecture resulting from a combination of technology, structural engineering theory and a collaboration between architects ...
The second title in "Detail in building" series selects eight masterly examples of textiles canopies from the contemporary work of leading international architects. Soft canopies are flexible lightweight membranes held in tension by systems of masts and cables. The entrance canopy has traditionally been an important and symbolic aspects of all ...
This introduction to cable roof structures contains all the information essential to the design and construction of such a roof. The author surveys structural systems and deals with methods of static and dynamic analysis, methods for generating wind and earthquake loading for nonlinear structures, and for calculating the resistance of tension ...
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