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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.
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Did the Romans invent the lottery?
The Romans did invent the lottery during the 1400s. They would paint roman numerals on clay balls that were then mixed up and drawn.
Did the Romans invent numbers?
The Romans invented a method for writing numbers but so did other cultures. The Indians developed a numbering system that included the zero. There was no zero in the Roman system.
What year did the Greeks invent pizza?
The Greeks did not invent pizza.
Why did the Romans invent the microscope?
The Romans didn't invent the microscope
Which learned text did ancient Indian architects use for their profession?
vastushastra
What do architects invent?
thaey in invent buildings that can help the community
Did the Etruscans invent the Roman numbers?
Yes, the Etruscans invent the Roman Numbers.
Roman architects used the dome the arch and what?
vault.
Did Romans invent a areoplane?
no the roman's didn't invent the aeroplane because it was not invented during the roman period
What do roman architects wear?
Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.Roman architects wore the same clothing as anyone else -- the tunic and toga.
Which new building materialwas was used by Roman architects and engineers?
It was concrete
Who was a roman doctor to invent anatomy?
Galen
Did roman's invent trees?
Trees were not invented
Which statement correctly describes how Roman architects designed the Pantheon?
The exterior design of the Roman Pantheon incorporates features of Greek architecture.
Did the Roman people invent torches?
No,they invented candles.
When did the Romans begin Roman Numerals?
they invent in on a cave...
Who made the Roman temple?
Roman temples were built by architects and mason. They were funded by the spoils of war and their construction usually followed a victory in battle.
