Fibre composite modular trusses

CEEFC and Strarch International collaborated on an R&D project aimed at the development of a modular fibre composite truss system. The main frames of this system are formed from modular fibre composite panels that are connected and stressed in position by prestressing cables. Different geometries can be obtained using this system by changing the number of panels per frame and the packer sizes between panels. Strarch aims to use this new development as a deployable shelter structure for military forces, civilian humanitarian aid, and post-natural disaster scenarios.

Project partners

STRARCH Australia

CEEFC Project coordinator(s)

Dr Tim Heldt
Prof Gerard Van Erp
Prof Thiru Aravinthan