Essays about: "Structural construction"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 260 essays containing the words Structural construction.

  1. 1. Trädplantering i den hårdgjorda staden : utmaningar och lösningsalternativ

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Ingela Carlgren; [2024]
    Keywords : gatuträd; urbana träd; trädplantering; gatumiljö; urban jord; kompaktering; skelettjord; makadamsubstrat; rotceller; suspended pavement;

    Abstract : Träd är viktiga delar av våra städer. De bidrar med många ekosystemtjänster, som klimatreglering, dagvattenhantering och positiva hälsoeffekter. De är också viktiga identitetsskapande element. READ MORE

  3. 2. Implementation of Level of Development for BIM Collaboration in Timber Building Subsystems Design: A Case Study of I-Joist Construction Elements

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Isabell Gustafsson; [2024]
    Keywords : BIM; I-Joist; LOD; Level of Development; Timber Building Subsystems;

    Abstract : Due to time, cost, and environmental challenges, wood has become a more common building material even for more complex buildings. Implementing the concept of Level of Development (LOD) on timber structures could provide a tool for BIM collaboration that may save cost and time, and in the early stages mediate wood as an available building material. READ MORE

  4. 3. Structural Analysis and Redesign of a L90 Front Axle Casing

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

    Author : Erik Berra Widén; [2023]
    Keywords : FEM; Ansys Mechanical; Axle Casing; Volvo CE; Wheel Loader; Redesign;

    Abstract : This thesis was commissioned by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) to redesign the front axle casing of their L90 wheel loader to be more in line with their larger wheel loaders. The current L90 front axle casing consists of two parts bolted together in the middle. READ MORE

  5. 4. Developing a Test Method to Evaluate the Blackout Effect of Uncoated Curtains at Varying Angles

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Sara Muminovic; Christina Lindén; [2023]
    Keywords : Blackout effect; blackout curtain; uncoated woven curtains; angle interval; light transmission; light box; light diffuser; microscopic image analysis;

    Abstract : This study aimed to explore the integration of varying angles in small-scale measurements and assess the light transmission performance of uncoated curtains. A total of four curtains were evaluated: blackout curtain samples 1 and 2 had a weft satin structure, while daytime curtain samples 3 and 4 consisted of a twill structure. READ MORE

  6. 5. Sustainable and affordable housing in Nairobi, Kenya : An analysis of challenges and opportunities from the perspective of key actors

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Toyah Eglin; [2023]
    Keywords : affordable housing; sustainable buildings; local implementations; bioclimatic adaptations;

    Abstract : The global urban population is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years, leading to an increase in housing demand that is not always met with adequate supply of quality housing. In the low-and middle-income context of Kenya, this gap has led to the proliferation of sub-standard housing implementations, with significant social and environmental impacts. READ MORE