SPACE FRAME STRUCTURE

A space frame is a truss-like, lightweight rigid structure constructed from interlocking struts in a geometric pattern. Space frames usually utilize a multidirectional span, and are often used to accomplish long spans with few supports. They derive their strength from the inherent rigidity of the triangular frame; flexing loads (bending moments) are transmitted as tension and compression loads along the length of each strut.

Space frames are double layered grids, excellent in appearance with large column free spaces. All type of elegant shape could be made by these systems using variety of grids. Two-way actions of space frames provide both economy and enormous spanning capability.

Larger portable stages and lighting gantries are also frequently built from space frames and octet trusses