Hi All,

I am in the process of tweaking my design & prototype for a hexagonal tensegrity structure (to be used at Burning Man) and, if you would, I have two desert construction questions.

1, I have tried bending over the top of my re-bar with an iron pipe. Here, in Phila, the dirt is somewhat loose (topsoil) and it does not have enough grip to hold the bar still. Once driven in most of the way, can I rely on the playa to hold 1/2 inch re-bar tight enough to bend it over, allowing my straps to stay on. Alternatively, I considered driving the bar into the playa, on an angle, to accomplish the same thing. Since I am flying out west and buying supplies on the road, I can't easily pre bend it here & bring it.

2, I need a relatively inexpensive material to use as the cover as, most likely, it will not be able to be brought home. Is a blue tarp gonna be hot as hell if it is open and well ventilated underneath? Possible a silver tarp? My other idea is a parachute

If you see this on a second tribe, I am cross posting it for a wider chance of having these questions answered.

Much thanks for your input.

Lucifer