Concrete shell structures revisited: Introducing a new 'low-tech' construction method using vacuumatics formwork

This paper provides a new perspective on the construction process of concrete shell structures and introduces a new cost saving approach for constructing (single curved) concrete shells using Vacuumatics formwork.

Definitions of Resistance and Deformation Capacity for Non-Sway Steel and Composite Structures

Resistance, stiffness and deformation capacity are three characteristics describing the behaviour of (statically loaded) structures. The stiffness relates mostly to the serviceability of the structure. The resistance and deformation capacity relate to the safety of the structure. Nowadays, the safety of structures is checked explicitly with help...