Nonlinear form-finding of symmetric cable–strut structures using stiffness submatrices associated with full symmetry subspace
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DOI: 10.1007/s00419-020-01696-1
Abstract: An efficient and nonlinear form-finding method is proposed for symmetric cable–strut structures with complex geometry or many nodes. Expressed in the symmetry-adapted coordinate system, the first block matrix of the symmetry-adapted tangent stiffness matrix is… read more here.
Keywords: strut structures; cable strut; form finding; geometry ... See more keywords
A novel numerical method for form-finding analysis of branching structures
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DOI: 10.1007/s40430-017-0710-3
Abstract: Branching structures are beginning to draw the engineering designer’s attention for their novel appearance and high structural efficiency. Detailed form-finding analysis is important for branching structures and there are few applicable methods for this kind… read more here.
Keywords: branching structures; analysis; method; form finding ... See more keywords
Numerical form-finding method for large mesh reflectors with elastic rim trusses
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DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2018.04.007
Abstract: Abstract Traditional methods for designing a mesh reflector usually treat the rim truss as rigid. Due to large aperture, light weight and high accuracy requirements on spaceborne reflectors, the rim truss deformation is indeed not… read more here.
Keywords: rim trusses; rim truss; form finding; mesh reflectors ... See more keywords
Architectural form finding in arboreal supporting structure optimisation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.asej.2020.08.022
Abstract: Abstract Sustainable Development Goals have become a key factor in the design in the twenty-first century. The relationship between the architectural and structural systems is becoming a matter of relevance for sustainable design. The search… read more here.
Keywords: supporting structure; form finding; structure; architectural form ... See more keywords
Integrated form finding method for mesh reflector antennas considering the flexible truss and hinges
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ast.2018.11.034
Abstract: Abstract Form finding plays an essential role in the design of deployable mesh reflectors (DMRs), and it concerns their electromagnetic performance. However, classic form finding methods ignore the compatible deformation between cable networks and supporting… read more here.
Keywords: form; truss; integrated form; finding method ... See more keywords
Form finding of nexorades using the translations method
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DOI: 10.1016/j.autcon.2018.08.010
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to discuss the dialectic form-finding of a complex timber structure based on an innovative structural system: shell-nexorade hybrids. Nexorades, also known as reciprocal frames are elegant structures that suffer… read more here.
Keywords: using translations; finding nexorades; form; translations method ... See more keywords
A unified adaptive approach for membrane structures: Form finding and large deflection isogeometric analysis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cma.2020.113239
Abstract: Abstract Different from large deflection analyses of plates and shells, for analysis of an isotropic membrane structure a form finding procedure is first performed to find the new geometry of membrane. With this new geometry,… read more here.
Keywords: deflection analysis; analysis; form finding; large deflection ... See more keywords
Group-theoretical form-finding of cable-strut structures based on irreducible representations for rigid-body translations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2018.05.057
Abstract: Abstract A group-theoretical method is proposed for form-finding of symmetric cable-strut structures. Only the given topology and structural symmetry are necessary for implementing this form-finding process. Irreducible representations for rigid-body translations along d directions are… read more here.
Keywords: form finding; strut structures; cable strut;
Extended Nonlinear Force Density Method for Form-Finding of Cable-Membrane Structures
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DOI: 10.1061/(asce)as.1943-5525.0000705
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, an alternative approach was developed for the form-finding of cable-membrane structures. The prestress of a triangular finite element was firstly equivalent to the axial forc... read more here.
Keywords: form finding; membrane structures; cable membrane; finding cable ... See more keywords
Study on Form-Finding of Cable-Membrane Structures Based on Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm
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DOI: 10.1155/2020/1281982
Abstract: Form-finding is one of the key steps in the whole design process of cable-membrane structures. Traditional form-finding methods are usually complicated and have poor accuracy or stability. Thus, form-finding of cable-membrane structures based on particle… read more here.
Keywords: membrane structures; form finding; optimization; cable membrane ... See more keywords
Advances in Climatic Form Finding in Architecture and Urban Design
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DOI: 10.3390/en16093935
Abstract: Researchers, architects and planners are increasingly urged to develop and apply sustainable methods and solutions to reduce the impact of the built environment on climate, adapt cities to climate change and reduce or eliminate resource… read more here.
Keywords: form finding; form; climatic form; finding architecture ... See more keywords