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Tensile Structure: Model Details

The document describes two types of tensile structures: mast structures and radial tensioned arch structures. Mast structures have vertical masts that support cables and a fabric membrane roof. The fabric is maintained under tension in all directions to provide stability. Radial tensioned arch structures use curved compression members and cross arches for stability, supporting fabric like PTFE-coated fiberglass that provides design flexibility for dynamic shapes. Both structure types maintain fabric under tension for stability over long spans.

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Tensile Structure: Model Details

The document describes two types of tensile structures: mast structures and radial tensioned arch structures. Mast structures have vertical masts that support cables and a fabric membrane roof. The fabric is maintained under tension in all directions to provide stability. Radial tensioned arch structures use curved compression members and cross arches for stability, supporting fabric like PTFE-coated fiberglass that provides design flexibility for dynamic shapes. Both structure types maintain fabric under tension for stability over long spans.

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Tensile Structure

MODEL DETAILS

SUNIDHI VERMA
171110226, SEM-8
MODERN BUILDING SYSTEMS
MAST STRUCTURE
PLAN AND VIEWS:

PLAN
VIEWS
MAST SUPPORT STRUCTURE
The tensioned fabric structure- the supporting
structure consists of masts, fabric is suspended
from cables hung off masts or other compression
elements. This system is ideal for long span roofs.
There are many other forms of mast structures.
The structure has masts with fixed supports.
The main three forms are- masts with hinged
supports stabilized with cable stays, masts with
hinged supports stabilized by the membrane and
masts with fixed supports. SPECIALIZED HARDWARE
The fabric membrane roof is supported by a
system of cables, ties, and vertical masts. Ridge
cables drape over the masts and anchor into rigid
supporting structure.
The fabric is maintained in tension in all MAST SUPPORTED
directions to provide stability.
RADIAL TENSIONED ARCH STRUCTURE
PLAN AND VIEWS:
VIEWS

PLAN
RADIAL TENSIONED ARCH STRUCTURE
• Using architectural fabrics like PTFE-coated fiberglass
membrane, PVC membrane or ETFE film, this construction method
provides a great degree of design flexibility for enhanced visual
appeal due to the very broad range of available dynamic shapes and
curvatures.

• The compound-angled baseplate orientation required a great deal of


precision in installation. The PTFE-coated fabric for this tensile
membrane shape is high performance Verseideg.

• Curved compression membersi this are used as the main supporting


elements and cross arches are used for lateral stability.
ARCH SUPPORTED
• TYPES OF FABRIC MEMBRANES

• PVC- Less expensive 15 to 20 year life span , Easy to erect

• SILICON GLASS- Higher tensile strength Brittle, subject to damage


from flexing, 30+ year life span

• TEFLON GLASS- Similar to silicon glass, less brittle.

• These symmetrical curved parallel arch designs form an incredibly


functional tensioned membrane that can span long distances such as
a sports arena or smaller areas such as an entryway.

• The structure have curved roof, supported by curved ste.el arches EX. OF ARCH SUPPORTED

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