1.1 - Wind Tunnel Effects in Row House Planning
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Practice Questions
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What is the impact of wind tunnel effects on buildings?
💡 Hint: Think about pressure changes and their consequences.
Define zigzag planning.
💡 Hint: Consider how shape can influence wind movement.
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What is the primary reason for implementing zigzag planning in row houses?
💡 Hint: Think about how layout impacts wind flow.
True or False: Asymmetrical buildings are generally more stable than symmetrical ones.
💡 Hint: Recall the characteristics of stability in design.
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Design a row house complex considering wind tunnel dynamics. Include shape, orientation, and material choices.
💡 Hint: Focus on how each aspect can minimize wind pressure.
Assess a poorly constructed row house and suggest retrofitting techniques to improve its stability against wind pressures.
💡 Hint: Consider structural weaknesses that need addressing in high winds.
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