New actuation planning method for the analysis and design of active tensegrity structures

M Hrabačka, R Bulín, M Hajžman - Engineering Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
This paper deals with actuation planning and control for active tensegrity structures. Within
actuation planning, a specific actuation in the form of adjustments of cables' rest lengths is …

Analysis of shape-change capabilities for the two-stage tensegrity tower

Z Cao, A Luo, H Liu, Y Feng - Structures, 2024 - Elsevier
Two-layer spliced tensegrity structure can be used to design a flight simulator. Structural
motions are caused by the shape changes. So, it is necessary to investigate the structural …

Multi-Directional Shape Change Analysis of Biotensegrity Model Mimicking Human Spine Curvature

CL Oh, KK Choong, T Nishimura, JY Kim - Applied Sciences, 2022 - mdpi.com
Featured Application The advantageous characteristics of the flexibility and versatility of the
movement of spine biotensegrity models can be further studied for potential application in …

Evaluating the performance of hollow core slabs (HCS)-concrete and simplifying their implementation

A Mahboob, O Hassanshahi, A Hakimi… - Recent Progress in …, 2023 - lidsen.com
The largest proportion of the material used in multistory buildings, and thus its carbon
impact, is attributed to their slabs being the main contributor of weight. Because of their high …

Control strategies for enhancing manipulability in tensegrity-based redundant robots and manipulators

V Halamka, J Zavřel, M Hrabačka, P Beneš, R Bulín… - Nonlinear …, 2024 - Springer
This paper explores the potential of movable tensegrities and nonlinear cable-driven
structures for designing lightweight robots. These mechanisms exhibit both drive and …

Form-finding of spine inspired biotensegrity model

O Chai Lian, C Kok Keong, T Nishimura, K Jae-Yeol - Applied Sciences, 2020 - mdpi.com
Featured Application The advantageous characteristics of flexibility and versatility of
movement in spine biotensegrity models can be further studied for potential application in …

Experimental investigation of eco-friendly fiber-reinforced concrete using recycled and natural fibers, integrated with recycled aggregates

A Mahboob, O Hassanshahi, M Safi… - Advanced Composite …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This study investigates the integration of recycled and natural fibers with recycled concrete
aggregates to develop environmentally friendly fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC), with a …

A novel torque application method for tensegrity structures

Z Cao, A Luo, H Liu, Y Feng - Mechanics Based Design of …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
The torsional resistance of the beam-like tensegrity structure is an essential mechanical
property, but there is currently no systematic approach to applying torque to the structure …

Nonlinear dynamic response and stability analysis of a tensegrity bridge to selected cable rupture

NB Kahla, MHE Ouni, NBH Ali… - Latin American Journal of …, 2020 - SciELO Brasil
This paper presents a nonlinear dynamic analysis procedure used for the investigation of
the response of a tensegrity bridge to a selected sudden cable rupture. In order to simulate a …

Shape control of tensegrity model mimicking human spine by the potential method

I Hukumori, T Nishimura, CL Oh… - Proceedings of IASS …, 2022 - ingentaconnect.com
In the biomechanics field, tensegrity structures are considered to be similar to the human
skeleton and the joint. Therefore, the structures have the potential for flexible shape control …