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Alongi, A, Angelotti, A, Rizzo, A and Zanelli, A (2021) Measuring the thermal resistance of double and triple layer pneumatic cushions for textile architectures. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 334–46.

de Smedt, E, Mollaert, M, Van Craenenbroeck, M, Caspeele, R and Pyl, L (2021) Reliability-based analysis of a cable-net structure and membrane structure designed using partial factors. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 316–25.

Kriklenko, E (2021) Complex bending-active structures from continuous flexible planar sheets or a hybrid structure introducing the use of spacer fabrics. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 242–63.

Lienhard, J and Eversmann, P (2021) New hybrids – from textile logics towards tailored material behaviour. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 169–74.

Mazzola, C, Zanelli, A, Stimpfle, B and Canobbio, R (2021) Temporactive pavilion: second design-to-construction loop of an ultra-lightweight temporary architecture. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 216–28.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Temporary architecture; ultra-lightweight structure; hybrid bending-active structure; composite materials; membrane; translucent envelope; design-to-construction process; optimization; performance; construction; assembly; reversibility; cycles of use;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1745-2007
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/17452007.2020.1769545
  • Abstract:
    The paper presents the design to construction process of an ultra-lightweight hybrid temporary structure consisting of a combination of bending-active glass fiber-reinforced polymers arches, a restraining system made of stainless steel cables, and a translucent membrane envelope. After a brief introduction to the basic design concepts and versatility of the modular system to create different shapes, the paper focuses on the fast-track erection procedure that enables to build the pavilion in a very short time. A multi-disciplinary team had collaborated at the design development of the temporary pavilion, built with the aim of deepening a wide range of aspects that are peculiar to temporary architecture. The aim of the second design-to-construction loop, following the first loop which resulted in the construction of the first full-scale prototype, is two-fold: firstly to optimize the innovative mix of lightweight structural components with the aim of reducing the total weight of the building (and thus facilitate transport and installation), and secondly to test the technical details designed to favor reversibility and to ensure the re-usability of the structure for multiple cycles of use. The paper concludes by showing the results achieved and the lesson learned from the first construction of the temporary pavilion in occasion of a one-week event and anticipating the further studies regarding the interface between structure and membrane envelope, also in relation to the building expected life-span and requirements.

Mesrop, A (2021) Algorithmic design and evaluation of emergency shelters. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 229–41.

Monticelli, C and Zanelli, A (2021) Material saving and building component efficiency as main eco-design principles for membrane architecture: case - studies of ETFE enclosures. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 264–80.

Rychtáriková, M, Šimek, R, Húsenicová, J and Chmelík, V (2021) Prediction of noise levels in large shopping streets covered by glass and ETFE. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 326–33.

Silvestri, A, Paraciani, N and Villani, T (2021) Performance evaluation of textile materials for lightweight envelopes in minor sports facilities and their impact on indoor comfort. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 347–59.

Tamke, M, Sinke Baranovskaya, Y, Monteiro, F, Lienhard, J, La Magna, R and Ramsgaard Thomsen, M (2021) Computational knit – design and fabrication systems for textile structures with customised and graded CNC knitted fabrics. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 175–95.

Thomas, J and Le Van, A (2021) Deflections of pneumatic masts and columns. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 299–315.

Uhlemann, J, Stranghöner, N, Motevalli, M and Balzani, D (2021) Architectural woven polyester fabrics: examination of possible classification of stiffness values in correlation with strength values. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 281–98.

Zanelli, A, Kolo, E, Monticelli, C, Rosina, E, Poli, T, Speroni, A, Mainini, A G and Cadena, J D B (2021) A removable textile hybrid structural screen for the windows of Castello Sforzesco, Milan: when experimental metrics inform the bespoke ‘design-to-construction’ process in historical contexts. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(03–04), 196–215.