TENSEGRITY
Definition of Tensegrity
"The property of a skeletal structure having continuous tension members (such as wires) and discontinuous compression members (such as metal tubes) so that each member performs efficiently in producing a rigid form".
I've been toying with the idea of designing tensegrity furniture. It is a fascinating method of construction that originates from the human body. Our bones act as the metal tube while our muscles and tendons are like the wires. The reason for it's efficiency is that the rigid member seems to float but is in fact incredibly strong as the majority of the load is taken by the wires. This results in little to no ware on the rigid member.
I plan to make a range of products using tensegrity.
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