Essays on Building Materials

(Students’ Name) Numerous theories have tried to explain how the ancient Egyptians built the Giza Pyramids. Most of these theories revolve around the use of sophisticated human developed building techniques that have been traced back to the Egyptian culture by the archaeologists. The first theory is characterized by the belief by most archaeologists that these ancient inhabitants of Egypt had developed ramps that were strong enough to ensure mobility of the building materials and the human resource. The theory was conceived by Engelbach in his architectural research in 1930. According to (Clarke and Engelbach, 1930), the most common one ...

Abstract:

The principal intention of this study was to come up with the most conducive internal environment in a building. At any given moment, the internal temperature of a building is a function of the amount of heat produced by sources therein and the net heat transfer into or out of the building. The four heat transfer modes are convection, radiation, conduction, and phase- change. In executing this project, the researchers sought the relevant literature to establish the thermal properties of various materials. The properties are critical in determining the amount of heat inflow and exit from the building. The ...

SWOT analysis

Internal strengths Low start-up costs due to the presence of equipment and the opportunity to utilize family labour Continuing family tradition is a positive trait for differentiation and building up the company’s image in the eyes of customers

The application of fruity fragnances, capable of attracting teenagers

Safe and natural ingredients as a key differentiation trait Internal weaknesses Limited ability to introduce full product lines due to the size of the business and the lack of experience Limited awareness about the modern scientific developments in the field of skin care and an inability to apply them External opportunities Focus on growth (e.g., licensing operations to another firm ...

[City and State]

Introduction

Structures such as large buildings can create its own unique internal environment that can significantly impact the comfort and health of its occupants. After many years of investigating and studying building infrastructures, engineers and designers have increased their understanding and knowledge on the environmental conditions that exists within the building in relation to its physical properties. For the same reason, a solid background in building physics is an integral part of a building’s design, particularly in this modern era wherein green buildings are the rising trend. Most modern buildings integrate building physics prior to construction ...

Strategic Management in Cemex

Strategic management is an essential aspect of any organization that wishes to stay ahead of the competition and increase its growth. This analysis gives an account of Cemex, one of the leading cement producing company in the world. The analysis demonstrates how the company's mission and vision align with its plans to penetrate the Indian and Chinese market through strategic management since the two markets have shown a high market potential despite having a high number of players in the industry. A description of the company objectives and strategic capabilities is outlined and how they can help it achieve ...

Lignin Chemistry

Lignin History Lignin is a plant-derived biopolymer with several applications. It is considered an effective alternative to chemically synthesized plastics that pose serious environmental problems during manufacture and disposal. Lignin is often obtained as a byproduct in paper and pulp manufacture. Lignin has to be dissolved to obtain cellulose from wood. In 1838, Anselme Payen discovered that wood contained cellulose, and oxidizable coatings (later called lignin) that bind the cellulose together (McCarthy and Islam, 2000). This coating material could be removed from wood after acid treatment and washing with an aqueous alkali solution (McCarthy and Islam, 2000). Later, several ...

The 19th-century architecture was significantly affected by architectural movement and exotic foreign styles which resulted from the new technology of the modern age (Idriss 15). Various architects used different engineering methods and materials to realize the construction of most outstanding buildings in the era. The leading types of 19th-century architectural styles include; Gothic revival (1836-1870), and Richardson Marsha field (1885). The 19th-century architecture is characterized by the development of a variety of historical styles and introduction of new materials and structural methods. These architects also embraced traditional styles of architecture in the construction of their buildings. As a result ...

Independent Research on CEMEX

Introduction CEMEX is a company that deals with the provisions of quality products. The company also aims at being liable to the customers and the societies across the globe. The company deals in the production and distribution of cement ready mixed concrete and masses in companies more than fifty. Also, sells building materials to different countries with the maintenance of a good relationship with various nations. The companies’ description can be stated at its innovative, flexibility and efficiency nature.

The introduction of the practice of acquisition was developed in CEMEX by borrowing some of the methods used in other ...

If one compares ornament with the language, its basic movements are grammar, and motives - vocabulary. The grammar of Ornament as grammar of the language is more versatile, while the vocabulary is colored with local cultural identity; it can be learned. Ornament is present in the ancient aesthetics and religious manifestations of animalistic cults, such as tribal tattoos and totem sculpture. Each civilization gave the shape to it and made a sign of culture. The fact that ornament in the 20th century was rejected by modernism, confirms its importance. Ornament is subject to certain laws and principles. As historians ...

Ernest Rutherford and his contribution in radioactivity

Ernest Rutherford is termed as the Father of Radioactivity and nuclear science. Rutherford, who born in 1871 and passed on in 1937, discovered alpha and beta rays. He set forth the law of radioactive decay, identified the alpha particles as helium nuclei. Rutherford postulated the nuclear structure of an atom. His contribution to Radioactivity came from an experiment he demonstrated by firing alpha particles into gas atoms where few particles were seen to deflect. This implied a dense, positively changed central region of an atom contained an atomic mass (Dardo, 2004). Figure 1. Top: expected results, alpha particles passing ...

Project Information

The ongoing construction of ‘Original Dream Home’ is steady with minor hurdles along the way. However, these hurdles are unavoidable as stipulated in the report, though the concerned parties are doing their best to cater for lost time. The week four schedule was to commence on the 22nd day of the first month and end on the 26th of the same month. The project is about constructing a home for client X, and it will roughly take seven weeks to complete it. The first three weeks’ schedules are complete and awaiting final touches which will be in the last ...

Project Title:

Geotechnical and Structural Design for Composite Pile Description of the Problem: Composite piles are significant element of the structural design and stability of a number of constructions, including marine environments, bridges and more. As such their strength and durability is tantamount to both their longevity and the safety of the structures that they support. The following study will focus on geotechnical design as a means of increasing vertical and lateral load, through structural design, to improve the durability and weight bearing capacity of the design.

Methodology:

The methodology which will be used is a meta-analysis of existing studies. While it ...