Tensegrity

Tensegrity

Simple tensegrity structures.

In architecture, tensegrity is the characteristic property of a stable three-dimensional structure consisting of members under tension that are contiguous (cables or tendons in biology) and members under compression that are not (struts or bones).
“tensegrity construction”

Tensegrity or tensional integrity or floating compression is defined as a structural principle based on a system of isolated components under compression inside a network of continuous tension, and arranged in such a way that the compressed members (usually bars or struts) do not touch each other while the prestressed tensioned members (usually cables or tendons) delineate the system spatially.