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Kenneth Snelson: Tall Star, 2002<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Definition: An independent structure made from discontinuous compressional members connected by tensional members. This mechanical concept was introduced by Kenneth Snelson and promoted by R. Buckminster Fuller in the mid-20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tensegrity structures are an excellent model for illuminating systems that have dynamic polarity. This polarity can be anything, such as electromagnetic, pressure,  gravity, or even social structures. In this Tensegrity model, the polarity is provided by compressional and tensional elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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 Tensegrity Demonstration Video<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a video I made demonstrating the strength and elasticity of a Tensegrity structure by partially disassembling it. It is interesting to see how the structure degrades non-linearly. It is worth mentioning that the tension component of this structure is not elastic – it is a high-test mono-filament fishing line. In the video, it looks like it could be made of rubber. The Tensegrity models at the beginning of the video are Kenneth Snelson’s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n