"A Crenosphere differs from a Monolithic Dome in two important ways — one on the outside and one on the inside. On the outside, a steel cable net is secured to the dome's foundation, over the Airform, before inflating begins. When the Airform is inflated, the fabric pillows out between the cables, forming a series of connected smaller domes — like a spherical quilt." Dr. Arnold Wilson

I asked a friend what the largest dome in existence was and he told me about the Crenosphere. Yet to be built but still in the realm of possibilities. Ranging in size from 400-1000 feet the Crenosphere is the building of the future. If I get the money I hope to be the first or one of the first to build one. Estimated cost for just the bare shell of a 1000 foot Crenosphere? $50 million US.

Architecture Week-Building Monolithic domes-Also reference to the crenosphere and domes as emergency shelters

BOWEN Technovation Provides Technology For Utah Digital Theater ...The systems are designed for and will be installed in domed theaters and exhibit spaces featuring Evans and Sutherland's high powered 3D real-time graphics generation software and hardware. Since1985, Bowen staff have specialized in developing such systems for special venue, museum, and science center clients worldwide.

Crenosphere-A Dream come true-information from the Monolithic institute. More one, two,

Dome Technology-natures perfect form. DT also has tunnel building experience.

Dome Sweet Dome-Is the Crenosphere a hint of the future in building technology?

Dome Theory-Why build a dome? Examples page has Crenosphere image.

Geodome-Geodesic Dome info and design.

National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities-Information on everything from track to tennis courts this resource list will be invaluable if you chose to make the Crenosphere into a giant gymnasium or half a dozen gyms.

Silent Running-This older Sci-Fi movie is about these giant domes in outer space which hold plant life. Some links and information.

Sports Venue Technology-This japanese stadium has a lot of unique features which could be used in a Crenosphere.

Temcor Aluminum Domes-Clear Span domes up to 1,000 feet. An alternative to the Crenosphere. Can withstand winds up to 175 mph.