Novel Technique for Obtaining Double-Layer Tensegrity Grids

Double-layer tensegrity grids (DLTGs) may be defined as tensegrity spatial systems containing two parallel horizontal networks of members in tension forming the top and bottom layers, whose nodes are linked by vertical and/or inclined bracing members in compression and/or tension. In this paper, a n...

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Autores: Gómez Jáuregui, Valentín|||0000-0002-7810-9589, Arias Fernández, Rubén, Otero González, César Antonio|||0000-0002-5901-1906, Manchado del Val, Cristina|||0000-0002-3979-5117
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2012
País:España
Institución:Universidad de Cantabria (UC)
Repositorio:UCrea Repositorio Abierto de la Universidad de Cantabria
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:repositorio.unican.es:10902/5867
Acceso en línea:http://hdl.handle.net/10902/5867
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Tensegrity
Structures
Double-layer
Grids
Design
Tessellations
Rot-Umbela Manipulation
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Sumario:Double-layer tensegrity grids (DLTGs) may be defined as tensegrity spatial systems containing two parallel horizontal networks of members in tension forming the top and bottom layers, whose nodes are linked by vertical and/or inclined bracing members in compression and/or tension. In this paper, a new approach is described. Conventional double-layer grids (DLGs) are composed of three layers: top, bottom and bracing members. This paper shows new rules for generating original DLGs following a recent methodology for their composition, from the mosaic of the bracing members and additional laws. Finally, from them, a new technique, known as Rot- Umbela manipulation, is applied to obtain their tensegrity form, opening and endless catalogue of DLTGs.