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Building Tech

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QuestionAnswer
Does clay shrink over time? No, Clay units absorb moisture and grow over time
Does concrete shrink over time? Yes, concrete units shrink as they cure and dry out
EXPANSION JOINTS continuous unobstructed slots that close slightly. They are for brick and stone.
Movement Joints Every 100-125 feet along unbroken wall
Lintel Horizontal support beam placed above an opening
VOUSSOIR any wedge-shaped unit in the arch.
INTRADOS the inner curve of the visible face.
EXTRADOS the outer curve
SPRING the point where the arch rises from its support
RISE the height from the springing line to the highest point of the soffit; minimum 1′′ per foot of span
SKEWBACK the sloping surface a segmental arch bears against
SPANDREL the triangular area between two adjoining extrados
The Arch spans by transferring vertical load of the wall above into compression running along the curve; produces outward thrust at base
The Cavity Wall distinct air gap between two seperate layers of masonry to block moisture and improve insulation
Shrinkage Volume change from drying
Creep Deformation from long term load
Shear Wall vertical concrete wall, prevents sideways movement & tipping or twisting
Wood & Plywood Panel Formwork most common & most expressive
Steel & Plastic Forms & Reusable modular systems - Formwork Wherever the job pays enough to use these
Fiber Forms (Formwork) Used for round columns
Differential Settlement One part of building is settling at a different pace than others
Curvature/Tilted Settlement Whole structure acts together as one and leans
Formula for site Site=Land + Intention
Cold Air Dense Pools low to ground High Pressure
Warm Air Light Rises Low pressure
Deciduos Plants Lose their leaves in the winter
Covenants Design regulations within a private development or subdivision
Site Coverage % of buildable area a structure is allowed to cover
Buildable Area Formula Buildable Area= property Area - setbacks & easements
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