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* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truss Truss] | * [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truss Wikipedia: Truss] | ||
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_frame Space frame] | * [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_frame Wikipedia: Space frame] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:04, 25 September 2021
Technique: Space frames
| Reusability | Reversible |
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| Designers: | Phil and RJ Jergenson |
| Tools: | Wrenches |
| Parts: | Frames, Nuts, Bolts, End caps |
| Techniques: | Bolting, Triangles |
Introduction
A space frame or space structure (3D truss) is a rigid, lightweight, truss-like structure constructed from interlocking struts in a geometric pattern. Space frames can be used to span large areas with few interior supports. Like the truss, a space frame is strong because of the inherent rigidity of the triangle; flexing loads (bending moments) are transmitted as tension and compression loads along the length of each strut.
Challenges
A triangle is the simplest geometric figure that will not change shape when the lengths of the sides are fixed. In comparison, both the angles and the lengths of a four-sided figure must be fixed for it to retain its shape.
Approaches
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Simple truss
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Truss with spacers or stacked washers
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Truss with tri joints
