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Space Frame
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Definition
A three-dimensional structural framework of interconnected members that distributes loads in multiple directions simultaneously. Unlike a planar truss, a space frame works in three axes, making it extremely efficient for covering large areas without intermediate supports.
Example
The roof of the Munich Olympic Stadium by Frei Otto (1972) uses a steel space frame draped with a translucent acrylic membrane — one of the most celebrated lightweight structures ever built.