On a connectivity matrix formula for tensegrity prism plates |
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Institution: | 1. Department of Structural Mechanics, University of Granada (UGR). Campus Universitario de Fuentenueva s/n. Granada 18072, Spain;2. Departamento de Mecánica, Universidad de Córdoba. Campus de Rabanales, Edificio Leonardo da Vinci, Córdoba E-14071, Spain |
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Abstract: | This paper considers tensegrity structures constructed from repetition of simple fundamental units. The tensegrity prism is chosen as a fundamental unit, which allows us to build plates, columns, towers, and their variations. The connectivity matrix plays a central role in analysis and design of tensegrity structures. This paper provides a systematic way to construct connectivity matrices for tensegrity structures constructed from repetition of tensegrity prisms. The number of units and node locations (shape) can be chosen arbitrarily. As an application of the connectivity matrix, a minimal-mass design subjected to force equilibrium (force balance) and yield and buckling stress constraints is shown. |
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Keywords: | Repetitive structure Tensegrity prism Connectivity matrix Structural design |
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