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The Monolithic Crenosphere David South Jr.

This computer-generated image illustrates a 400-foot Crenosphere built with a full-size football field and bleacher-style seating. Many design options are available.

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Unique construction process; Lower costs

A Crenosphere costs less to build because of its construction process. A net of cables with a diameter slightly smaller than the Airform’s diameter is spread over the outside of the Airform. This forces the fabric of the Airform to pooch or pillow out between the cables, giving the Crenosphere its quilted or indented look.

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Affordable advantages

Affordability and flexibility plus its effectiveness as a disaster shelter make the Crenosphere a realistic option for a variety of organizations.

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An all-purpose facility

A well planned Crenosphere can be used for just about any activity or everything from football practice to indoor golf, badminton, marching band and cheerleader practice, etc.

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Huge hockey arena

A Crenosphere designed as a national or international hockey arena could accommodate thousands of fans and provide each with an unobstructed view of the action.

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Supreme practicality

A Crenosphere can provide a high school or college with an indoor sport facility that can be used daily for a variety of activities in a healthy, safe, temperature-controlled environment. Such a super-strong structure can also serve as the school’s or community’s disaster shelter.

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Seating Capacity

This chart gives approximate seating capacities for various sizes of Crenosphere Domes.

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