In 1964 R. Buckminster Fuller patented a method of designing buildings using, in effect, reverse suspension. He used the term "Aspension".
Instead of hanging "down" (in), the components hang "up" (out)! This method cuts weight & costs & makes the structure earthquake resistant.
(Part of a new series based on https://soundcloud.com/tuonela-1/space-frame-disquiet-0226)
