Artificial structures

Artificial structures

1. Massive structures: earliest man-made constructions were very heavy and massive (Igloo)

2. Vaulted structures: they are formed by arches, vaults and domes (Cathedral of Leon)

3. Pneumatic structures: they are removable and light, therefore they are used in constructions that must be transported and installed quickly and easly (bouncy castle)

4. Geodesic structures: they are three-dimensional made up of bars, that combine the properties of vaults with those triangulated structures (Epcot Centre Spaceship Earth Centre)

5. Laminated structures: they are made of thin sheets of metal, plastic or composite materials such as reinforced concrete. (Car structure)

6. Suspended structures: they are based on the use of cables from which the structure hangs (Gran Belt bridge)

7. Triangulated structures: they are usually made up of metal or wooden bars (Eiffel towel)

8. Frame structures: they are the structures of our buildings and houses (House)

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