Floating Monitor - Tensegrity

A monitor riser based on Tensegrity (a portmanteau of ‘tensional’ and ‘integrity’, describing a structural principle where components are held in equilibrium by continuous tension and localized compression). The central cord supports the entire weight, while the four outer cords ensure balance and stability. The length of the central cord defines the screen elevation (min. 11.5cm | max. 17.5cm). The desired pre-tension in the system can be adjusted via the remaining four cords and their corresponding tensioning elements (maximum travel per tensioning element 14mm - limited by the insertable ring). A 1mm Dyneema cord was used; however, other cords (possibly even fishing line) with a diameter <2mm are feasible, provided they possess sufficient tensile strength.

Assembly:

• Insert M3 nuts into the tensioning elements (4x)

  

   

• Attach the cords to the tensioning elements using a loop (4x)
  Ensure the cords are sufficiently long

   

  

   

• Insert the M3 socket head cap screw → Insert the tensioning elements (thread the cord through the hole beforehand) → Tighten the screw via the lateral bore until it reaches the inner stop (the image shows the final position) (4x)

  

   

• Thread and knot the central cord (its length defines the height of the monitor stand) (1x)

  

   

• Thread and knot the outer cords into the corresponding upper section (4x)
  Ensure the cords are not too loose (maximum travel of the tensioning elements is 14mm)
   

• Tension the outer cords via the lateral bores using an Allen key (4x)