Tensile Membrane Structures

A tensile structure is a construction of elements carrying only tension and no compression or bending. The term tensile should not be confused, Tensile membrane structures and tensile building envelopes are thin-shell structures. Tensile membranes carry tension with no compression, The tensile membrane structure is the term usually used to refer to the construction of roofs using a membrane held in place on steel cable, A tension membrane structure is fabric structures supported by compression or bending elements, like beams, masts, or compression rings. They're often used as a roof as they are attractive, maintain great natural light, economical and can span large distances.