Development and experimental construction of a transformable roof

Abstract

Through an experimental research, which was focused on a folding system, the structure of a
transformable cover has been developed. Lightweight systems have been taken as references
which are characterized by establishing functional and adaptable constructions. The focal point
of this project is aimed to materialize through the construction of a 1: 1 scale prototype which has
showed that it should have built forthwith on the assumption that its elements have allowed
the system to be folded. Thus, the study of the prototype it tests different aspects in order to
improve the joints and nodes implemented in the mentioned construction. On the other hand,
the collapsible structure of this cover is founded by articulated anti-vent elements,by generating
movable nodes that absorb the pressure and suction forces emitted by the wind on both sides of
the structure, to offer them outstanding stability .Futhermore,the clear prototype effect is 25.00m
by 27.00m in length and has an effective 2.00m cantilever, which has worked as a circular open
web armor. Finally , it can be said that the relevance of this project are the constructive details
that were designed in order to optimize the operation of the whole system and It is significant to
mention that the prototype was partially finished.