What are the geotechnical methods used in seismic prone areas?
The main purpose of the clearstory window is to provide fresh air and natural light. The clearstory window should be larger as possible. Advantages Better air circulation and natural light emitting Good aesthetic view Due to higher sill level better privacy Save electricity due to natural light BettRead more
The main purpose of the clearstory window is to provide fresh air and natural light.
The clearstory window should be larger as possible.
Advantages
- Better air circulation and natural light emitting
- Good aesthetic view
- Due to higher sill level better privacy
- Save electricity due to natural light
- Better environment formation.
Disadvantages
- Wall slab junction become critical at opening of clearstory
- Costly design
- Due to hight sunlight, there is may be heat problem.
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If a building foundation sits on soft or filled-in soil, the whole building may fail in an earthquake regardless of the advanced engineering techniques employed. Assuming, however that the soil beneath a structure is firm and solid, engineers can greatly improve how the building foundation system wiRead more
If a building foundation sits on soft or filled-in soil, the whole building may fail in an earthquake regardless of the advanced engineering techniques employed. Assuming, however that the soil beneath a structure is firm and solid, engineers can greatly improve how the building foundation system will respond to seismic waves.
Another solution refers to base isolation which involves floating a building above its foundation on a system of bearings, springs or padded cylinders.
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