They are used in chinese and japanese architecture as well as being something that leonardo da vinci explored in detail.
Self supporting circular roof.
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Self supporting minimum of materials to carry in.
Architects usually suggest this type of roofing system because they allow the wide scope of innovative designs aesthetics.
Lean to design used on self supporting roof over.
On a round roof standing seam panels can be used but they must be tapered.
Reciprocal roofs require no center support they are quick to construct and they can be built using round poles or dimensional lumber perhaps with some creative notching.
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A reciprocal roof is a beautiful and simple self supporting structure that can be composed of as few as three rafters and up to any imaginable quantity within reason of course.
Reciprocal roof frames are self supporting structures that date back to the 12th century.
This roofing system is an attractive and unique alternative to a building industrial shed etc.
The posts hold and distribute the weight of a new lean to roof design.
Composed of as few as three beams a reciprocal roof can incorporate practically any number of beams and span great distances while still maintaining its integrity.
The interlocking nature of the separate members creates a complimentary tension that ultimately results in an extremely strong self supporting roof.
The home itself will bear none of the new roof s weight.
They are light beautiful and can cover big spans.
A reciprocal roof is a self supporting round structure composed of interlocking beams that equally bear the weight of one another.
Notice the posts every few feet running down the side of the home.
A self supporting mobile home roof over design means it has its own legs or posts to stand on.
The domes on the circular shaped base have a large usage silos tanks warehouses for bulk materials sportive facilities and exhibition halls.