LECTURE 02: MEMBRANE STRUCTURE (1)

Which engineer is known for pioneering work in membrane structures along with Frei Otto and Walter Bird?

• Richard Buckminster Fuller

• Santiago Calatrava

• Fred Severud

• Norman Foster

What structural feature allows a membrane structure to remain stable under high wind loads?

• Heavy steel frames

• Structural form and material properties

• Thick concrete base

• Compression elements only

Which shape uses two high and two low points to create a saddle-like form in membrane structures?

• Dome

• Barrel Vault

• Hypar

• Conical

What is the primary force that a membrane structure transmits?

• Shear

• Bending

• Tension

• Compression

Membrane structures rely on double curvature for their stability.

• True

• False

Natural fiber fabrics are commonly used in modern permanent membrane structures due to their durability.

• True

• False

Which type of membrane structure uses air pressure for stability?

• Tension membrane structure

• Cable-stayed structure

• Air-supported structure

• Frame-supported membrane

What is the expected minimum lifespan of a Teflon-coated fiberglass membrane?

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 25 years

PVC-coated polyester and Teflon-coated fiberglass both meet fire safety standards.

• True

• False

What software-driven process is essential for achieving the precision needed in fabric structure design?

• Graphic design software

• CAD only

• Non-linear structural analysis programs

• 3D animation tools