To facilitate a deeper understanding of tensegrity structures; this book focuses on their two key design problems: self-equilibrium analysis and stability investigation. In particular; high symmetry properties of the structures are extensively utilized. Conditions for self-equilibrium as well as super-stability of tensegrity structures are presented in detail. An analytical method and an efficient numerical method are given for self-equilibrium analysis of tensegrity structures: the analytical method deals with symmetric structures and the numerical method guarantees super-stability. Utilizing group representation theory; the text further provides analytical super-stability conditions for the structures that are of dihedral as well as tetrahedral symmetry. This book not only serves as a reference for engineers and scientists but is also a useful source for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students. Keeping this objective in mind; the presentation of the book is self-contained and detailed; with an abundance of figures and examples.
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful. Best pastel book Ive seenBy B. J. ZukauskasEllen Eagles book; "Pastel Painting Atelier" is the most complete; informative book on pastel painting I have seen. I am a pastelist; and have a collection of pastel books; and NONE compare in clarity of information; or quality of photography. I Have studied with several different pastel artists; the instruction in the book is like being in a pastel workshop. Delightful to read; and a beautiful book to add to my collection. I highly recommend it for beginners and experienced artists alike.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. My favorite pastelist!By BethyKEllen Eagle is a brilliant pastelist. I read and watch everything she publishes and desperately want to study with her one day... If you want to understand the medium; this is a terrific book... She even provides her formulation for pumice board priming... Its a wonderful and very helpful book as well as providing background into the material itself.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A Landmark Publication Examining the Medium of PastelBy Nancy B. AdamsThis work covers the history; theory; material and methodology of pastel painting at a degree rarely found in art media publications. But beyond that; this book is an intimately personal exploration of the creative process. It is a good read. I opened the book and was unable to put it down until I reached the end all the while; taking copious notes. In this book; Ellen Eagle is extremely generous in sharing her vast knowledge of and passion for the medium. A potential purchaser might wonder if the book covers subject matter beyond portraits. While portraits are the primary focus; landscape and still life are examined as well. Thank you for this obvious labor of love; Ellen Eagle.
