A swimming pool tensile structure is a complex construction made of fabric material and a framework of cables that can only carry tension. Tensile structures are the most common type of thin-shell structures. They are often used for roofs, sports facilities, warehousing, and exhibition venues. Here are some characteristics of tensile structures:
- Construction: Tensile structures are made of exterior fabric material and a framework of cables.
- Tension: Tensile structures can only carry tension, and there can be no compression or bending.
- Support: Most tensile structures are supported by compression or bending elements, such as masts, compression rings, or beams.
- Lifespan: Tensile structures can have a lifespan of 30 years.
- Inertness: Tensile structures are inert and do not degrade under ultraviolet rays.
- Non-combustibility: Most building codes consider tensile structures to be non-combustible.