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Lateral arm/retractable awning
April 1st, 2001
These awnings are becoming more popular because of their functional flexibility. They are taut and clean, whether open or closed, can cover large deck spaces, and come with the option of a motor. Project data Client: Private residence Fabricator: Queen City Awning Fabric: Sunbrella
Patio canopy and soffit
April 1st, 2001
Detail shows section through a typical truss rafter in this addition to a restaurant outdoor room. Project data Client: Blue Finn Restaurant, Seaville, N.J. Fabricator: Globe Canvas Products Fabric: Ultrashade 101 by Highland Industries
Canopy with sidewalls
April 1st, 2001
Detail shows attachment of framing to existing building. Sidewalls are held down with ground stakes. The entire assembly is designed to have fabric coverings removed during the cold season. Project data Client: Hohnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia Structual engineer: H.B. Daugherty Fabricator: Globe Canvas Products Fabric: Patio 500/Pro-tec by John Boyle & Co.
Revisiting vinyl-coated cotton
January 1st, 2001
 By Janet Cass Some 50 years ago, vinyl-coated cotton was the trendy new awning fabric. Fast forward to today, though, and the awning market is dominated by acrylics and vinyl laminates. But just like a plant that flourishes in the shade of towering trees, vinyl-coated cotton still has strong roots in the awning industry, […]
Utilization of vinyl-coated polyester fabrics for architectural applications—Part 2
September 1st, 2000
By Richard N. Seaman and Frank Bradenburg Editor’s note: This two-part article is adapted from a paper presented at TechTextil North America, Atlanta, Ga., in March 2000. Part one of this article covers the performance properties of vinyl-coated polyester fabrics and their tensile strength, uniaxial and biaxial elongation, dimensional stability, tear strength, coating adhesion, and […]
Utilization of vinyl-coated polyester fabrics for architectural applications—Part 1
July 1st, 2000
By Richard N. Seaman and Frank Bradenburg Editor’s note: This two-part article is adapted from a paper presented at TechTextil North America, Atlanta, Ga., in March 2000. Part one covers the performance properties of vinyl-coated polyester fabrics and their tensile strength, uniaxial and biaxial elongation, dimensional stability, tear strength, coating adhesion, and weldability and seam […]
Werner Sobek—Art of Engineering
May 1st, 2000
Reviewed by Percy Hooper Mention of the Institute for Lightweight Structures in Stuttgart, Germany conjures inspiring visions of sweeping tensile fabric innovations and wafer-thin marvels of engineering artistry. At the heart of the Institute’s reputation for design excellence stands director Werner Sobek. In his new book, Werner Sobek—Art of Engineering author Werner Blaser introduces us […]
Connections and detailing: Part 2
March 1st, 2000
Well-designed details can make fabric roof construction relatively easy and elegant in appearance. By Craig G. Huntington Cable Saddles Part 1 of this article described some of the special detailing problems related to cable terminations. Special detailing is also required when cables pass without termination over supporting members or intersect other cables, where a saddle […]
Connections and detailing: Part 1
January 1st, 2000
Well-designed details can make fabric roof construction relatively easy and elegant in appearance. By Craig G. Huntington Introduction This paper addresses an aspect of design that is seldom addressed in tension structures literature: the structural details that fasten the elements of the roof together and provide a means for tensioning the fabric. Details are critical […]
TransHab and the space architects
September 1st, 1999
Revolutionizing structures in space with fabric and technology By Kriss J. Kennedy Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in Sept/Oct 1999 issue of Fabric Architecture. At the time, Kriss J. Kennedy was a space architect at the NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas. He is internationally known in the space industry for his accomplishments in […]