Development of design methodologies for deployable fabric structures

This research develops a concept for the integrated design methodology of deployable structures in architecture. The goal is to create flexible and responsively adaptable architectural structures and objects. Integrated design methodology arises from the isomorphic convergence of three key elements: Architecture, structural engineering and mechanical engineering. At the intersection of these areas, exists an unexplored physical architecture tuned to address today's dynamic, flexible and constantly changing needs. The results of this study show the effectiveness and the feasibility of the proposed design approaches, structural principles and implementation strategies for deployable structures.