Tensegrity structures are structures where there are, typically, a few struts and many links, which are nevertheless stable structures. This paper considers structures where the platform and base are regular planar n-gons, with the appropriate connections and derives a very simple formula for their realizeable/unique construction. The effects of changing a single length can also be studied.
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