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🔨The Engineering Elegance of a Three-Centered Arch 🏛️ As a civil engineering student at **NED University**, I’ve come to appreciate the beauty and precision that goes into structural design. One of the most fascinating elements we've studied recently is the **three-centered arch**—a structural marvel used in bridge design, vaults, and even historic architecture. What makes the three-centered arch unique is its ability to combine **strength** and **aesthetic appeal**. Unlike traditional circular arches, it’s made up of three different radii, giving it an elongated, more versatile form. This design is particularly effective in distributing loads evenly across larger spans, making it both efficient and elegant. At NED, our focus on such innovative designs helps us not only understand engineering principles but also teaches us to respect the balance between function and beauty. Whether it’s modern bridges or historical monuments, the three-centered arch stands as a testament to the creativity of civil engineers. Excited to continue learning and applying these concepts to future projects! Mujtaba Chandio #CivilEngineering #ThreeCenteredArch #NEDUniversity #StructuralDesign #EngineeringInnovations #ArchitectureAndEngineering

Ist Beton wirklich so schlimm? 🏗️ Steven Biersteker sagt dazu: Nun ja, und nein. Wir alle kennen die Statistik: Beton verursacht 8 % der weltweiten Emissionen. Das klingt alarmierend. Doch im Vergleich zu Metallen sind die Emissionen pro Gewicht oder Volumen gar nicht so schlecht. Warum also der schlechte Ruf? Das Problem liegt in der Menge. Beton wird überall eingesetzt: Straßen, Brücken, Wände, Böden, Säulen, Balken, Platten - einfach alles. Früher sogar zur Isolierung! Der Schlüssel zur Verbesserung: Weniger Beton verwenden! Hier einige Ansätze: + Leichtere Gebäude bedeuten kleinere Fundamente. + Weniger Parkplätze bedeuten weniger Beton. + Effizientere Tragwerksplanung reduziert den Materialbedarf. Unser Beitrag bei Leidorf dazu: + Leichtere Gebäude in CLT | Holz + Hoch-effiziente und leichte Tragwerke - mit LVL und BauBuche + CLT-Treppen statt Betontreppen Was ist Euer Beitrag? Lasst uns gemeinsam an einer nachhaltigeren Zukunft bauen! 🌱 #Nachhaltigkeit #Beton #Bauwesen #Innovation #Leidorf #Holzbau #Umweltschutz

Link: https://lnkd.in/euBQxFkn [DE]-Freiformen mit ETFE-Großkissen, ein Film über die Arbeit von formTL [EN]-Freeforms with ETFE large cushions, a film about formTL design #formTL #architecture #design #engineering #lightstruture #lightconstruction #ETFE #Großkissen #cushions #freeform

From Roman Aqueducts to Modern Engineering: A Story of Innovation Aqueducts have been a cornerstone of civilization, supplying water to cities for thousands of years. Comparing Roman aqueducts with their modern counterparts reveals how far engineering has come, adapting to changing needs and technological advancements. Key Differences: Design and Materials: Roman Aqueducts: Built primarily with stone, bricks, and concrete, these structures relied on gravity to transport water over long distances. Their iconic arched bridges were not only functional but architectural masterpieces. Modern Aqueducts: Utilize underground pipelines and advanced materials like steel and reinforced concrete, ensuring durability and minimizing surface disruption. Efficiency: The Romans relied on gravity-fed systems, often requiring aqueduct bridges to cross valleys and maintain elevation. Modern systems integrate pumps, siphons, and treatment plants, enabling water to flow over diverse terrains without needing visible structures. Water Treatment: In Roman times, water flowed directly into cities, often untreated. Modern aqueducts incorporate treatment plants, ensuring the water is clean and safe before it reaches urban centers. Environmental Impact: Roman aqueducts were extensive but visible and required substantial land modification. Modern systems are more environmentally discreet, with pipelines running underground, reducing visual and ecological impact. Understanding the evolution of aqueducts showcases how engineering adapts to societal needs. From the aesthetic grandeur of Roman aqueducts to the functional efficiency of modern systems, these innovations highlight the continuous pursuit of better solutions to manage one of our most vital resources: water. Graphic by Encyclopedia Britannica, inc 🌎 Do you like it? Follow me and Hit 🔔 Ring on my profile for more content about #civilengineering #geotechnicalengineering #realestate #construction #vinylsheetpiles #sheetpiling

Kleine Fehler bei der Verschraubung oder Vernietung von Aluverbundplatten können zu großen Schäden führen. Das Video zeigt auf einfache Weise, wie diese Fehler vermieden werden können.

I love this very modern line of research currently going on in Architecture and Engineering - looking for all the smart techniques and materials that were used in the past. From HBIM (Heritage BIM) to materials research, I am very convinced that there is a lot of wisdom and technical prowess in ancient buildings. Learning from it is not only a conservation effort, it is a way to tap into innovation that was created under constraints. #AEC #Architecture #tech #innovation

It’s the final week to submit your abstract or workshop proposal to the 7th International Symposium on Formal Methods in Architecture.   This year’s symposium is a joint collaboration between the Architecture and Design Research Laboratory at Porto Higher Arts School and the Portuguese Order of Architects – North Regional Section. We hope you’ll join us in Porto, between the 3rd and 6th of December, to discuss the connection between formal methods and architectural practice and how to bridge the gap between scientific endeavours and practical applications in everyday architectural work. Recognizing that architecture and urbanism requires both technological and artistic approaches, the 7th Symposium will address current challenges in these fields, including production, sustainability, design, representation, communication, and heritage. The potential and limitations of using formal methods to address these challenges will also be explored. Researchers, professionals, and students in the fields of architecture, urbanism, landscape design, civil engineering, and computer science are invited to attend. We invite the submission of research proposals that enhance and advance these and related themes using novel or established methodologies, case studies, theoretical and historical perspectives, analytical experiments, and other methods. We encourage contributions from a diverse range of fields, including proposals that explore non-traditional formats (e.g., artistic, performative, demonstrative, etc.).   In proposing a topic as broad as formal methods in architecture, we aim to facilitate the exchange and generation of knowledge through interdisciplinary communication.   Submit an abstract: https://lnkd.in/dxaQguFu Submit a workshop proposal: https://lnkd.in/dDw9z8hU   Learn more about the symposium, its previous editions and publications: https://lnkd.in/gGz5j_42

Kleine Fehler bei der Verschraubung oder Vernietung von Aluverbundplatten können zu großen Schäden führen. Das Video zeigt auf einfache Weise, wie diese Fehler vermieden werden können. #Aluverbundplatten #Fassade #Architektur #VHF #Alpolic

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ARCHIVES BUILDING, GATINEAU, QUEBEC, CANADA ✨ Innovating for the Future ✨ Challenges of the 21st Century, Proceedings of the Fourth International Symposium on Roofing Technology This building, completed in 1997, is an architectural and engineering marvel designed to ensure the long-term preservation of Canada's historical treasures. The Archives Building challenged us to think beyond conventional engineering and architectural norms. Designed to preserve national treasures for at least 130 years, the project demanded absolute precision, resilience, and innovation to ensure zero tolerance for environmental or natural degradation. Here are some highlights of our work on this remarkable project: Advanced Composite Roof Design The roof system combined thermal clips for strength and flexibility with aluminum-zinc coated corrugated steel roof, spanning the entire building width, with a 200m radius outer cladding. We employed hydraulic lifters on top of laser-aligned load-bearing columns to adjust the roof segments with the curved sheets. The curved design is not just aesthetic but functional, as it enhances the building's energy efficiency by facilitating better snow shedding and minimizing heat loss. The roof includes multiple layers of insulation and a durable waterproof membrane. Pioneering Systems and Solutions When no off-the-shelf systems met the project’s unique requirements, we developed our own. This included a pressure-equalized system, a peril-resistant structure, and renewable energy integration using wind, solar, and natural ventilation. Collaborative and Iterative Design Process Our initial 3D renderings enabled alignment between architects, owners, and engineers, ensuring our vision met expectations. Extensive testing, such as a six-day water submersion of the floating roof segment (dubbed Submarine 1), validated performance against leakage and won inclusion in the Canadian National Building Code. Sustainability and Resilience The design accounted for extreme scenarios, including replaceable panels for meteor impact. Natural venting, double water drains, and environmental controls ensured the interior climate remained flawless for archival material preservation. A Legacy of Innovation Over 35 years, we’ve developed systems harnessing natural forces—wind, water, earthquakes, heat, and cold—to solve engineering challenges. This project showcased how these innovations could be applied to create structures that adapt to and thrive in demanding conditions. The Archives Building project was a testament to the power of ingenuity and collaboration in addressing 21st-century engineering challenges. It remains a proud milestone in advancing Canada’s architectural and structural engineering capabilities. #StructuralEngineering #Innovation #Sustainability #CanadianEngineering #ArchiveBuilding