Tensegrity Opava

We designed a dome based on the tensegrity principle, where rods connected by subtle steel cables seemingly levitate in the air above people's heads and create an attractive element on Bezruč Square. We placed the tensegrity on the lower part of the square in an axis with the fountain, so that this part of it, which is currently neglected, comes to life and becomes cozy. The term tensegrity is a combination of the English words Tension and Integrity. Tensegrite structures form a closed network of stresses and pressures. The tension is provided by the flexible elements and the pressure by the fixed parts. The construction consists of 35 longer and 10 shorter stainless steel rods with a diameter of 5 cm, connected by steel cables with a diameter of 1 cm. The preparation of the sta