A fabric structure acts as a catenary in two directions.
Most fabric structures are composed of actual fabric rather than meshes or films.
Strength, durability, cost, and stretch make polyester material the most widely used in fabric structures.
The fabric structure was so resplendent and intricate in its workmanship that it cost more than a modest house.
The Century Tent was designed to meet the demand for large fabric structures and adapts to any configuration.
A high-tech fabric structure can fit inside the shuttle for takeoff, and then expand to three times its size once in orbit.
Vinyl coated polyester is the most frequently used material for flexible fabric structures.
The majority of fabric structures derive their strength from their doubly curved shape.
The final shape, or form, of a fabric structure depends upon:
Portable fabric structures can be built up to 150 feet wide, 100 feet high and any length.