Membrane Structure Principles ~ a form of tensioned cable
structural support system with a covering of stretched fabric. In
principle and origin, this compares to a tent with poles as
compression members secured to the ground. The fabric membrane
is attached to peripheral stressing cables suspended in a catenary
between vertical support members.
Form ~ there are limitless three-dimensional possibilities. The
following geometric shapes provide a basis for imagination and
elegance in design:
- Hyperbolic paraboloid (Hypar)
- Barrel vault
- Conical or double conical
Hyperbolic paraboloid Barrel vault Conical
Double conical~
anchor cable
centre support
corner support
fabric support ground anchor
cables
stressed
fabric
Membrane Roof Structures