The software can simulate various load cases, such as uplift or down-pressure from wind, to ensure the fabric doesn't overstress and the supporting steel (columns and beams) meets safety standards.
is a specialized engineering platform developed by ixRay.ltd for the design, structural analysis, and manufacturing of tensile membrane structures . These structures—ranging from stadium roofs and airport hangars to smaller architectural umbrellas—rely on fabric and cable systems that stay in place through tension rather than traditional rigid bending. ixforten 4000
Beyond just pretty pictures, it generates the exact flat 2D patterns required for manufacturing the fabric panels, accounting for the "compensation" needed for the fabric to stretch into its 3D shape. The Evolution: ixCube 4-10 The software can simulate various load cases, such
Or would you like more details on the aspects of this software? Steel structures in interaction with non-metallic membranes Beyond just pretty pictures, it generates the exact
They can cover vast areas, like sports arenas, at a lower cost than conventional buildings.
They use significantly less material than traditional concrete or steel roofs.
In recent years, ixForten 4000 has largely been superseded by a more modern platform called .