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Arches were used for support. Bridges are the prime example, but they were also used in large structures, such as the Colosseum, but always for some type of support. Another decorative use was the many memorial arches, such as the Arch of Constantine or the Arch of Titus.
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∙ 11y agoArches were built because they formed a strong structure to frame the top of openings in a wall, such as windows and doors, or to support roadways or aqueducts.
Before the invention of the arch the only way to span a gap was with a wooden or stone beam between two supports. Using this method there is a maximum width that can be spanned because a flat beam bends in the middle (and breaks).
Using an arch (And the first arch invented was the Roman arch which has a hemispherical shape) the gap can be wider because the the arch wants to fall inwards from each side and this squeezes the top tight holding it up.
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∙ 10y agoRoman domes were made of concrete in various weights. Think of them as being in layers. The heaviest layer was at the base of the dome, and as it grew higher and more closed the layers of concrete grew lighter in order to relieve pressure on the lower tiers of concrete. This lightness was achieved by the mixtures of tufa and brick for the heavier layers and tufa and pumice for lighter ones. Many times the Romans made use of coffers, in the interior of their domes. These are recessed squares which also help to relieve pressure. There was no definite number of layers nor is there a definite mixture formula for the tufa based concrete. Each dome was a separate project and had its own needs.
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∙ 10y agoThe Romans adopted Greek architecture for their temples and their porticoes. The also adopted the Greek orders (styles) for making columns (Doric, Ionic and Corinthian) and developed the Composite order (a mixture of two orders).
The Romans also went beyond the post and lintel architectural techniques of the Greeks. They were first to fully appreciate the advantages of the arch (which has a strong load-bearing capacity and provides stability) and the vaulted arch or vault (adjacent arches which are assembled side by side). The latter has an even greater load bearing capacity and its structure is suited to support large roofs. The arches and the vaults came to be used extensively for the first time. They became essential for the construction of large scale buildings, to support large roofs and to build basements. They became the hallmark of Roman architecture apart from the temples and the porticoes.
The Romans also developed a type of concrete (opus caementicium) which was as resistant as modern concrete and which also set underwater. it was less fluid than modern concrete and had to be layered by hand.
Concrete, had technical and practical advantages over the Greek methods of enclosing space by the use of cut-stone and post-and-beam or lintel structures. It was exceptionally strong and could span great distances when shaped into arches, vaults and domes. It could be moulded. It was layered into a formwork and it took the shape of its container. It did not require skilled labour and therefore was cheaper. It was much faster for construction than laborious masonry walls. It was safer because concrete-vaulted roofing was fireproof, unlike the wooden-beamed roofs of traditional construction methods.
The Romans' adoption of concrete had been called the Roman Architectural Revolution or Concrete Revolution. The potential of the previously little used arch, vault, and dome was fully exploited for the first time. Concrete and these structures were used to build basilicas (public buildings) amphitheatres, theatres, baths, circuses (racing tracks) domes, forts and other military facilities, bridges, aqueducts, and dams.
The Romans invented segmental arch (a flatter arch in which the curve is a less than semi-circular segment of a circle). They realized that an arch did not have to be a semicircle. These arches were used regularly for houses, warehouses and bridges. The Limyra Bridge in south-western Turkey had 26 segmental arches. Its 27th arch at the eastern end collapsed and was replaced with by two smaller, semi-circular arches.
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∙ 15y agoThe Romans developed domes by rotating an arch in a full circle. Romans did not develop the arch.
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Is not an invention of Roman architecture arches columns domes and vaults?
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What did the roman architects invent?
Fast curing cement - hugely important discovery which allowed cement to cure and harden in short times and even under water. The ancient Romans realised that adding pozzolanic earth from volcanic regions (Eg Pozzuoli near Naples) to traditional mortar allowed a water proof and extremely solid mix. This could be used to waterproof the interior of aqueduct tunnels or extend the potentials of Roman architecture with important buildings and domes such as the Pantheon. Reinforced concrete - they introduced metal bars into the concrete in order to gain greater strength. The first professional army. The Romans were a practical and utilitarian people, and needed for their various structures greater economy of material than was compatible with large blocks of stone, especially for such as were carried to great altitudes. The Roman arch supplied this need, and is perhaps the greatest invention ever made in architecture. The application of the Roman arches dates back to the Cloaca Maxima, and may have been of Etrurian invention. Some maintain that Archimedes of Sicily was the inventor of the arch; but to whoever the glory of the invention is due, it is certain that the Romans were the first of European nations to make a practical application of its great qualities. Use of Roman Arches Roman arches enabled the ancient Romans to rear vast edifices with the humblest materials, to build bridges, aqueducts, sewers, amphitheatres, and triumphal arches, as well as temples and palaces. The merits of the Roman arches have never been lost sight of by succeeding generations, and it is an essential element in the magnificent Gothic cathedrals of the Middle Ages. Its application extends to domes and cupolas, to floors and corridors and roofs, and to various other parts of buildings where economy of material and labor is desired. It was applied extensively to doorways and windows, and is an ornament as well as a utility.
What advantages did the Romans find in using a cross vault instead of a barrel vault?
A cross vault is actually two barrel vaults intersecting at 90 degrees. The big advantage that the Romans saw in this was it's structural integrity. Their buildings were much stronger and durable using these types of arches.
How did the Romans improve on greek ideas in architecture?
The Romans only adopted the Greek orders (styles) for making columns (Doric, Ionian and Corinthian) and modelled their temples on the Greek ones. For the rest, they went beyond Greek architecture.The Romans added new and more advanced techniques to the field of architecture that were not found in ancient Greek architecture. The Romans effected what historians call the Roman architectural revolution or concrete revolution. This involved the extensive use of concrete, the barrel (simple) arch and the vaulted arch. These three elements enabled the Romans to go beyond Greek methods of construction which used cut-stone and post-and-beam or post-and-lintel structures. The Romans developed a type of concrete (opus caementicium) which was as resistant as modern concrete and also set underwater (and therefore could also be used to build docks for ports, dams, aqueducts and bridges). It was less fluid than modern concrete and had to be layered by hand. It was made by mixing a volcanic rock called pozzolana (which is named after Pozzuoli, a suburb of Naples) with lime as a binder and the addition of rubble from stones, bricks or pottery shreds as aggregates which added body to it. Concrete had technical and practical advantages. It was exceptionally strong and could span great distances when shaped into arches, vaults and domes as it could be moulded. It was layered into a formwork and it took the shape of its container. It did not require skilled labour and therefore was cheaper. It was much faster for construction than laborious masonry walls. It was safer because concrete vaulted roofing was fireproof, unlike the wooden-beamed roofs of traditional construction post-and-lintel methods. The potential of the previously little used arch and vault, was fully exploited for the first time. The Romans were the first to fully appreciate the advantage of these structures. The (simple, barrel) arch has a strong load- bearing capacity. The vault (vaulted arch) has an even greater load-bearing capacity and its structure is suited to support large roofs. Their construction in concrete made them easier to build and even stronger. This led to the use larger and monumental arches and vaults on a grand scale. However, the Romans did not abandon masonry arches and vaults. The vaulted arch came into two forms: the groin arch is formed by two to four intersecting barrel (simple) arches and the rib arch, where the intersecting arches were not of the same diameter; the ribbed arch has intersected arches of different diameter.
What were Ancient Roman tools made out of?
Farm tools have not really changed much since Roman times. Todays tools are improvements and updates of the old farm tools. The Romans used plows, hoes and scythes for farming and seed was scattered by hand.
Who made prominent use of domes arches and aqueducts in buildings and engineering?
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What characterized architecture?
arches and domes
Did Romans use geodesic domes?
No they did not. The Romans made domes either with unreinforced concrete of in bricks. Geodesic domes are a modern invention.
How did the Romans influence modern day architecture and technology?
The pillars, domes, and arches of Rome can be found in many famous modern buildings, including the White House and the Capitol Building.
How are compression forces different in arches and domes?
there not...
What are arches and domes to do with Islam?
Arches and domes didn't have much to do with Islam as a religion but it was the "modern" at the time Islam was revealed and continued till today. Also it was passed on around the world to places from Spain and china
Is not an invention of Roman architecture arches columns domes and vaults?
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What structural feature did the Roman incorporate into their buildings?
The arch. (Domes are modified arches)
Did the Romans popularize wells arches columns or temples?
Arches!
Why did Indian monuments have arch shaped doors and domes?
Arches and domes, when correctly constructed, are self supporting and structurally strong. They are also aesthetically pleasing.
What are two elements often found in architecture?
Mostly domes and arches. Check out pictures of mosques :).
What was the basis of a new approach to architecture that the Romans employed to build vaults and domes and span great spaces?
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