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Architecture
Art and science of structural design. Architectural responsibilities include both feasibility analysis and aesthetic considerations.
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What are the two basic families of structural systems in architecture?
baring wall system , and skeleton system
This only applies in the northern hemisphere. In the southern hemisphere a northern exposure is desirable.
The sun angle, or altitude, varies depending on the latitude. North of the equator, the higher the latitude, the more southerly the sun angle, therefore the greater the exposure to the sun from a southern oriented window. Conversely, in the latitudes south of the equator, thehigher the latitude, the more northerly the sun angle.
What is timing and control in computer architecture?
Timing pulses are used in sequencing the micro-operations in an instruction. For example, when LDA instruction is executed, the memory is read operation is performed in timing pulse T1 and memory writer operation is performed in timing pulse T2. Now the combination of the signal LDA and T1 can be used as a control signal for performing read operation. Similarly, the combination of the signal LDA and T2 can be used as a control signal for performing write operation.
A master clock generator is used for controlling the timing for all register in a computer system. A state of a register cannot be changed by a clock pulse until it is enabled by the control signal, which are generated in the control unit and provide control inputs for multiplexers, processor register, and micro-operations. The control organization is of two types; hardwired control and micro-programmed control.
Hardwired ControlIn a hardwired control, the control signals are generated by using the collection of combinational circuits. The main advantage of the hardwired control is that, it can be optimized to produce a fast mode of operation. Whenever a change or modification is to be done in the design, then the wiring among the various components needs to be done. Micro-Programmed ControlIn a micro-programmed control, a control memory is used for storing control information which is also programmed for initiating the sequence of micro-operations. Whenever any change or modification is required in the design, it can be done by updating the micro-program in the control memory.Does Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York have flying buttresses?
The architecture of the cathedral does not feature flying buttresses.
What is the different between basement and semi basement?
One or more floor of a building that are completely below the ground floor is basement. A floor of a building that is half below ground, rather than entirely such as a basement is semi basement.
What size beam do you need to span 12 ft?
That always depends on what the beam will be carrying. You will need to consult a building contractor to size any beam correctly.
IT ALSO DEPEND ON ITS MATERIAL &ALSO HOW MANY STOREY CONSTRUCTION REQUIRED ON THIS
What is add alternate in architecture?
It is where an alternative option is proposed that will cost more. Example: The original proposal calls for a certain manufacturer's doric columns but you are suggesting that Ionic columns may look nicer. If the Ionic columns are $100 more each and you have 4 columns then you have an Add Alternate of $400.
List and briefly define the possible states that define an instruction execution?
The possible states that define an instruction execution are as follows:
Instruction address calculation - Determine the address of the next instruction to be executed.
Instruction fetch - Read instruction from its memory location into the processor.
Instruction operation decoding - Analyze instruction to determine type of operation to be performed and operand to be used.
Operand address calculation - If the operation involves reference to an operand in memory or available via I/O, then determine the address of the operand.
Operand fetch - Fetch the operand from memory or read it in from I/O.
Data operation - Perform the operation indicated in the instruction.
Operand store - Write the result into memory or out to I/O.
Why do you study computer organization and architecture?
So we can understand what computer really is, what is inside of it, why is it designed like what it is appear and we can admire how helpful it is and how it makes our lives easier and gives us more knowledge about technology. We IT need to understand the design, infrastructure and behind code meanings of every program in the computer and how it processed and determined by the computer and what its flow to create such brilliant program that made our documents and everyday work easier to manipulate, as an IT its our satisfaction to know all about every detail of the a complicated modern technology such as computer as it is better use of this going great progress technology modernization. And its our adventure to dig up this complicated to look computer technology and exciting to learn about..
Who is the famous architect who built Falling Waters?
Perhaps America's most famous architect-frank Lloyd wright
What is north light roof truss?
Roofs of Long span structures are made of steel trusses. They are can be designed with glazing ( inclined glass panels towards north sky) on north side, since in northern hemisphere there is no direct or harsh sun light in north. It provides a very consistent light indoors. Now a days even south lighting is also used for a more intense lighting. Proper care should be taken for rain water draining at glazed panels.
What is a group of architects called?
A gathering/group of architects is known as a confusion of architects
How many 2x4s in a 3500 square foot house?
The number of 2x4's depends on a great number of variables.
First of all, is it a one story house? Are the exterior walls made of studs?
Even if the walls of the house are in fact stud walls - it is possible (perhaps probable) that they are 2x6 studs, not 2x4 studs.
For the sake of example though, let's assume every wall in the house (inside and out) are composed of wood 2x4 studs. Generally they are spaced 16" apart. Thus, you would need to count the linear feet of wall in the house - then multiply that figure by 12 (to convert to inches), then divide that number by 16.
There is more than just walls however. At the base of every wood stud wall is a continuous "bottom plate" of wood stud. If the studs are 10' long, then you would need to divide the linear feet of walls by 10. If the studs are 8' long, you would need to divide the linear feet of walls by 8, and so on. Similarly, at the top of every stud wall is a "top plate" which actually consist of TWO studs. So you would do the same as the bottom plate - but this time double your answer.
Everywhere there is a door or window, these are framed out with 2x4s. So at every door and window you would need to see how wide they are, and add that length in stud. For windows you would need to do this at the top and the bottom.
Studs are also used miscellaneously all throughout a building for framing. For example, if a handle at a handicap toilet is framed into a wall - this handle cannot be simply screwed into drywall - it needs a firm structure to hold it in place. Usually this done by adding 2x4 stud in the wall cavity where the handle will go.
Similarly, where wall cabinets are hung, there is typically hidden studs in the wall to help hold these cabinets firmly in place.
Wood studs are also used to frame up the roof structure, but these would likely never be 2x4 (something much larger such as 2x12).
Hope this helps.
A rake board is a part of the roof of a house. The rake board is the diagonal board on the side of the roof's overhang.
What is the device that prevents the car door from opening too far?
doorstopper
Also called a limiting bar.
Also called a detent.
What do they use to stick bricks together?
Mortar is used to stick bricks together. It can be either:
* cement mortar: a mixture of water, sand and cement, or * lime mortar: a mixture of lime, sand and water.(This is not used often for modern construction because of its porosity) * clay mud mortar: a mixture of clay sand, water (only used in some adobe construction)
Lime is sometimes added to cement mortar to improve workability, waterproof qualities, and reduce shrinkage. Straw is sometimes added to clay mortar to reduce shrinkage.
Who designed the US Supreme Court Building and when was it built?
Chief Justice William Howard Taft (U.S. President 1909-1913) convinced Congress to allocate funds for the U.S. Supreme Court's permanent home in 1929. Construction began in March 1931 and concluded in April 1935. The new building opened in October 1935, the Court's 146th year of existence.
Architect Cass Gilbert, a friend of Taft's, was charged with designing "a building of dignity and importance suitable for its use as the permanent home of the Supreme Court." Gilbert chose to construct the 304' x 385', four-story marble building in the Roman Neoclassical style to complement nearby Congressional buildings.
Unfortunately, both Taft and Gilbert died before construction was complete. The project was continued under the supervision of Chief Justice Hughes and architects Cass Gilbert, Jr., and John R. Rockart.
Construction, sculpture and furnishings cost less than the $9,740,000 Congress had allotted, so $94,000 was returned to the Treasury when the new building opened in 1935.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of modern communication technology?
The advantages of modern communication technology is that it allows information to spread faster and farther. However the technology creates pollution and takes away from physical communication.
What are houses made of in the third world country?
i am from a third world country and i must say that housing here is not as different from developed countries in material as much as in architectural design. Materials are same, concrete, cement, sand, glass you name them. but if you travel into the rural areas, some houses are made of mud and grass. the walls are made from mud with grass thatched roofs. we call the 'huts'
