For our final design of an optimized acrylic truss structure, we opted to maximize the maximum load to cost ratio. Our target was a max theoretical load of 50 oz and a load-cost ratio of 0.20. This is ...

Abstract: This paper presents a novel truss-shaped variable-stiffness deployable robotic grasper to grasp large unknown objects, the grasper comprises a series of basic modules and has the advantages ...

I like the openness of a high ceiling. Is it possible to remove some roof trusses to convert part of the ceiling to a high, sloped one or ...

In this paper, a methodology is proposed to evaluate the optimal design of truss structures considering progressive collapse. This methodology combines Total-Lagrangian formulation for material and ...