Structural analysis and design of deployable structures

Overview of Highly Flexible, Deployable Lattice Structures Used in Architecture and Civil Engineering Undergoing Large Displacements

“…He presented a foldable theatre in 1961 [21], and elaborated several other deployable designs. The biggest drawbacks of his designs were the relatively heavy and big joints due to eccentric connections and necessary temporary support as the structure was stiffened by intermediate bars or tension elements that were added after the structure was deployed into the desired configuration [1]. Despite of all the disadvantages of his structures, Piñero inspired several researchers.…”

“…2i) because of the extension of the rods (in order to keep their four endpoint in the same plane). This results in the occurrence of transverse forces in the joints resulting in friction when trying to rotate them [1].…”

“…[1][2][3][4][5]. Structures used for off-shore industry, light deployable structures used for provisory and transformable architecture can be mentioned among these shape morphing structures that can change shape like the wing of the insects or the petals of the flowers or like the movable structure of human body.…”

Partial dismantling of 1960’s to 80’s neighbourhoods - a sustainable holistic solution

“…Among the examples of these structures, the most impressive ones are deployable bar structures with single degree-offreedom (DoF). These structures not only transform themselves from a compact configuration to a predetermined, expanded form, but also may become stable and carry loads (Pinero 1961;Escrig 1985;Gantes, 1989;Hoberman 1990;Kokawa & Hokkaido 1997;Atake 2000;Van Mele et al 2007;Akgün et al 2010Akgün et al , 2011Maden et al 2011). Therefore, such structures may offer viable solutions for architectural applications, especially for temporary buildings, emergency shelters, exhibition halls, outdoor recreation facilities or sporting fields (Fig.…”

Mechanism-Based Approach for the Deployment of a Tensegrity-Ring Module

“…Most deployable systems are composed of single degree of freedom deployable units such as pantographic mechanisms or scissor-like elements. Gantes et al (1991;1989) studied deployable structures having scissor-like elements. Studies revealed nonlinearity during deployment, high sensitivity and unbalanced force distribution (Gantes 2001).…”