.svg?mw=64&hash=343d71fbdf234f1411db2920f2dff33c0dbd6231)
A rectangular canvas made of PVC is tensioned with polypropylene ties and tubular steel poles to form an open tent. In addition to the self-weight, the structure is also subjected to wind loads and prestress forces from the ties.
In the initial geometry, the canvas is modeled as a rectangular planar surface. The ties are prestressed as cables using the Form-Finding add-on. The wind load is applied to the canvas shape determined from the prestress. In the final state of equilibrium, the surface is multiaxially curved and the frame is clearly deformed out of the plane.
Tensioned Canvas with Tent Poles and Ties
| Number of Nodes | 12 |
| Number of Lines | 13 |
| Number of Members | 9 |
| Number of Surfaces | 1 |
| Number of Solids | 0 |
| Number of Load Cases | 2 |
| Number of Load Combinations | 1 |
| Number of Result Combinations | 0 |
| Total Weight | 0.027 tons |
| Dimensions (Metric) | 8.881 x 3.000 x 6.881 m |
| Dimensions (Imperial) | 29.14 x 9.84 x 22.58 feet |
You can download this structural model to use it for training purposes or for your projects. However, we do not assume any guarantee or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the model.