Introduction to architectural technology /

Understanding the relationship between design and technology is critical to the understanding of architecture. This book clearly explains the core aspects of architectural technology: structural physics, structural elements and forms, heating, lighting, environmental control, and computer modelling....

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Silver, Pete (Architect)
Otros Autores: McLean, William (William F.), Whitsett, Dason
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London [U.K.] : Laurence King Pub., 2013.
Edición:2nd ed.
Temas:
Structural engineering.
Structural design.
Environmental engineering.
Buildings > Case studies.
Buildings > Environmental engineering > Case studies.
Technique de la construction.
Constructions > Calcul.
Technique de l'environnement.
Constructions > Études de cas.
Constructions > Technique de l'environnement > Études de cas.
structural engineering.
environmental engineering.
ARCHITECTURE > Adaptive Reuse & Renovation.
ARCHITECTURE > Buildings > Landmarks & Monuments.
ARCHITECTURE > Professional Practice.
ARCHITECTURE > Reference.
Buildings
Buildings > Environmental engineering
Environmental engineering
Structural design
Structural engineering
Case studies
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Foreword; Introduction; Structure and Form; Structural Physics; Materials Science; Forces; Properties od Materials; Reactions; Structural Integrity; Loads; Stability; Materials Technology; Stone ; Wood; Steel; Reinforced Concrete; Glass; Fabrics; Fiber-Reinforced Plastic; Sheet Materials; Structural Elements; Bearing Elements; Bearing Walls; Columns; Foundations; One-Way Spanning Elements; Beam; Profiled Plate; Two-Way Spanning Elements; Connections and Joints; Structural Logic; Compressive Structures ; Two-Dimensional Shapes; Three-Dimensional Surfaces; Shell and Monocoque
  • Tensile SurfacesMembrane; Cable Net; Tensegrity; Climate and Shelter; Human Comfort; Thermal Comfort; Solar Geometry; Building Performance; Climatic Envelope; Thermal Mass; Thermal Insulation; Air Movement; Windows and Glazing; Weathering; Sound and Light; Acoustics; Daylight; Building Services; Heating; Mechanical Ventilation; Air-Conditioning; Integrated Systems; Sanitation; Computational Tools and Techniques; Building Information Modeling; Responsive Systems; Structural Analysis; Environmental Analysis; Case Studeis; Mud House; Tepee; Igloo; Obelisk; The Pantheon; The Ironbridge
  • The Bell Rock LighthouseThe Crystal Palace; Clifton Suspension Bridge; Tropical House (Pavilion Demontable); Kresge Auditorium; Palazzetto Dello Sport; The Houston Astrodome; The German Pavilion; The USA Pavilion; Self-Build House; Sydney Opera House; HSBC Headquarters; The Pavilion of the Future; The Portugal Pavilion; The Lord's Media Centre; 30 St Mary Axe; "D" Tower; Davies Alpine House; International Space Station; Media-ICT; Stedelijk Museum Extension; Building Codes; Rules Governing Construction Technology
  • World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED)Guidelines on Sustainable ConstructionLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System; Glossary; Further Reading and Resources; Index; Picture Credits; Acknowledgments

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