An Automated Structural Optimisation Methodology for Scissor Structures Using a Genetic Algorithm

Figure 3

The transverse wind load causes pressure in one zone and suction in the two other zones (a). The longitudinal wind load causes a pressure in Zone D and suction in Zones G, H, I, and E (b). Two snow loads are considered, a uniform and a drifted one (c).

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