Widespan roof structures : [papers presented at the international symposium on widespan enclosures, University of Bath, April 2000

This authoritative and timely book presents current world thinking on the design and construction of large covered spaces. Drawing on contributions from internationally renowned projects, and directly from the designers, architects and engineers responsible for those schemes, readers are offered insights into many of the most innovative construction design projects of recent years. Technologies explored include the advances within stressed membrane roofing, atria and glass structures, with a focus on international developments. Form And Structure -- Form And Environment -- Mezotecture And The Millennium Dome -- Construction And Materials -- Sports Stadia -- Glass And Fabric Atria. Compiled By Michael Barnes And Michael Dickson. This Book Includes All Of The Papers Presented At The International Symposium On Widespan Enclosures, Which Was Held At The University Of Bath In April 2000--p. [4]. The Symposium On Which This Book Is Based Was Dedicated To The Memory Of Ted Happold--p. [3]. Includes Bibliographical References. Presents world thinking on the design and construction of large covered spaces. This book aims to offer insights into many of the innovative construction design projects. It explores the advances within stressed membrane roofing, atria and glass structures, with a focus on international developments. It also addresses the problems of construction.