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Folded plates and geodesic domes are examples of 3D space structures. Folded plates consist of flat plates joined at angles, acting as beams to support loads. They are commonly made of reinforced concrete and can support over 100 times their own weight. Geodesic domes are made of interconnected triangles forming a curved frame, using minimal materials for maximum strength. They were popularized by Buckminster Fuller and can be rapidly constructed from metals or plastics to span large areas.
- Author
- Pradnya Chavan
- Language
- EN