Abstract: In this paper, an optimization model for force finding of tensegrity systems with considerations of the geometrical stability condition, the unilateral property of members, and the evenness requirement of internal forces ...

Abstract: Tensegrity structures have been intensively studied since they appeared in the 1950s. Their applications have been extended from architecture to other areas including aerospace structures, cell mechanics, and robotics. In ...

Abstract: In this paper, a three-member tensegrity structure is used as a conceptual model for the dendritic actin network in living cells. The pre and postbuckling behavior of the tensegrity is analyzed basing on the energy method. ...

Abstract: This study proposes a general framework for topology-finding or topology optimization of tensegrity structures. The existing topology-finding formulation of tensegrity structures based on mixed-integer linear programming ...

Abstract: A structural analysis framework called the finite particle method (FPM) for structure failure simulation is presented in this paper. The traditional finite-element method is generated from continuum mechanics and the ...

Abstract: Prestressed structures have gained popularity in large-span buildings due to their great spanning capacity and light self-weights. This kind of structure is normally subjected to multiple types of loads, such as temperature ...

Abstract: Programmable instability is crucial to the design of intelligent structures. Origami has inspired new methods of designing spatial truss structures with programmable instability. In this study, the finite-particle method ...

Abstract: This study develops stability conditions for general tensegrity regarding the three stability criteria (e.g., prestress stability, general stability, and super stability) based on an energy approach. The coupling ...

Abstract: Path planning is a crucial step in shape control of tensegrity structures. A mathematical model for the path planning problem of tensegrities is proposed. Both external collision and internal collision are considered. A ...