Essays on Construction

Scenario I

This is a case of Best and Discount. Apparently, Best and Discount had an agreement in the form of a contract wherein the former was to be supplied by the latter with clusters of goods, for the entire year, each cluster of which was worth at least 1,750 USD. In the end, Discount failed to adhere to the terms of the agreement. Best filed charges against Discount. In its defense, Discount explained that the plaintiff’s complaint cannot be qualified legally as a breach of contract because number one, the document that Discount’s employee, Robert, who signed ...

Compare and Contrast the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building

Both The Empire State Building and Chrysler Building were constructed in New York (USA) in an era when American cities such as New York and Chicago competed to have the tallest buildings. The Empire State building was the tallest building in the world at the time of its construction, which started on January 21, 1930 and took 410 days to complete. The building remained the tallest office building in the world for 41 years. Nevertheless, the Empire State building lost this status since 1973, when the World Trade Center opened in Manhattan, progressive developers have constructed taller skyscrapers that ...

1. Introduction

During early days people do physical work to complete a job. The physical work made by the people made them tired and people time gets wasted. Let us take a construction work. The construction works involves major labors to construct a building, in early days people spends major time to construct a building. The labors have to give more energy to construct the building. Some of the labors even sacrificed their life by accident case inside the building. But today’s technology makes sure that the construction of any type of building can be modeled and executed ...

The SME is a small firm with an independent business managed by its owners/part owners having a small market share. The abbreviation SME is commonly used in the European Union and by different international organizations such as the World Bank, the United Nations and the World Trade Organization (WTO) (Kaufmann, Friedrich., 1995).

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are business enterprises that maintain the number of employees below a certain standard with limited turnover and balance sheet. The size of an SME company depends on the industry in which the company competes. There are 3 different categories defined for Small ...

The engineering field is extremely wide as it has been segmented into different sections with each of the sections unique. This memo aims at developing an exclusive argument on the relationship between mechanical, electrical and civil engineering. Although, each of these branches is unique they aid in the development of unique structures that define their force as the main engineering branches. Therefore, the memo will aim at bringing up a conclusive argument on the significance of engineering in any form of construction where systems are required to be installed in the form of computers as well as communication systems. ...

A Portfolio is a group of financial assets including stocks, bonds etc. which is held by an investor or an Institution. The construction of portfolio is always desired to be diversified, where the assets are included in the portfolio, on the basis of their correlation. This process of portfolio construction is known as ‘’Portfolio Construction’’ where only diversified assets are included so as to reduce the unsystematic risk in the portfolio.

In other words, as per Markowitz Portfolio Theory, a portfolio comprise of Systematic Risk + Unsystematic Risk, however it is only the unsystematic risk that can be diversified through ...

Question 1

Based on chapter 8, it is apparent that, the basic aspect of crime and race construction is that people particularly officers view race as a major element in identifying criminals (Barak, et. al, 2010). Of utmost importance is the fact that courts tend to view race as one of the major determining cause of an individual’s defiant behaviour and involvement into crime. Additionally, law on crime is racially selective an aspect that makes the construction of race and crime concur (Barak, et. al, 2010).

Question 2

Vices or “victimless crimes” fit into the social construction of crimes when a certain ...

ABTRACT

The UK’s construction industry is dynamic and has adopted different house design models due to many factors including new requirements for sustainability, thermal and acoustic performance and environmental impacts. The need to conserve the environment while at the same timed improving the social characteristic of the built environment have direct impacts on the choice of constructional system. This paper explores the modular construction system used to construct a residential apartment in the neighborhood.

The UKs construction industry is advanced in terms of construction management and related construction dynamics. In this paper we are going ...

INTRODUCTION

Civil Engineering (CE) is a career in existence since 4000 BC, where human beings begun changing from a nomadic lifestyle, to construct shelters (Narayanan 2003). Construction, design and maintenance of the structures has been made possible through the study of CE, to share scientific and physical principles. Currently, CE applies physics and mathematical principles in the study of design and construction of roads, bridges, buildings, dams, and canals (Narayanan 2003). The disciplines under the study relate to material science, soil mechanics, hydrology, geography, environment, design, and structures. To be a civil engineer one must pursue ...

Module 8 Geology: Coastal Processes and Terrain

Sediments are transported along coastlines by several processes. Rivers deposit sediments as they enter wetlands and oceans. Tidal fluxes are constantly depositing and eroding sand while waves erode sand and deposit it somewhere else. Wetland and coastal dune vegetation retains sediments. Storm surges can dramatically erode coastal sediments. Coastal sand transport by all these methods are complex. But, the issue has become more complex with human impacts on the natural processes. Flood control measures and the damming of rivers decreases the downstream deposition of sediment. Sediment starvation of these areas typically results in our replacement of sand on our ...

Resource constraints tend to impede the success of project completion. Considering the scenario of bridge building over a river gorge, the resource constraints include material requirement, equipment, budget and personnel. Material requirement is a major constraint since specifications of various materials have to meet the bearing capacity for the supporting columns and soil structure. Equipment constraint is expected since it is a bridge and having equipment on both sides of the bridge to enhance work is challenging (Klein, 2000). Budget is another constraint since the estimated bearing capacity of soil strength may differ, which may call for requisition of ...

Each project possesses unique objectives and a design. However, there are characteristics that cut across all projects. These characteristics ought to be taken into account when coming with the objective of the project. To begin with, whenever a company or an organization wants to implement a project, there are several ideas that are floated by the concerned parties. These ideas are discussed and ultimately the ideas are developed into project proposals. The proposals provide insight into aspects of the project such as planning, budgeting and management of the project. In addition to this, the project proposal also includes a ...

Project management is the art of organizing, planning and controlling resources for the achievement of specific goals (Bass, 2008, p.53). The process ensures that the available resources are managed and used effectively to ensure completion of the project within the time limits.

A project management framework is a tool used to monitor the progress of a project (Bass, 2008, p.53). It states all tasks required to be carried out, the timeline for each task and the persons responsible for the implementation of each task. The project management framework includes project conceptualization, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closing. In each ...

Physical security prevents thieves and attackers from entering the system software’s with the help of cameras, electronic access controls, alarms, constructing fences, dogs and security guards etc. The major point of difference between the two is physical security secures the entire site and everything and anything that comes under it and Logical security curbs easy access to PC’s.

These days, security experts are more inclined towards ensuring Logical security. This comprises of anti-virus, anti-phishing apps, hardware and software firewalls and anti-spyware. Most importantly, one can easily update and reload the system software’s to boost the ...

1. Introduction

Normative ethics and the concept of social construction are important in this essay’s exploration of how our pre-understanding of our social world causes us to construct issues in a way that limits the selection of possible policy solutions. Burke’s terministic screens are used to understand the method behind Yanow’s interpretive policy analysis. (Burke 45; Yanow 25). Normative ethics refer to a branch of Philosophy which we can use in a practical way for determining what is morally good or bad. When public policy decisions are being made this kind of ethics is useful in ...

The Middle Ages, also termed as the Medieval Period is an era that lasted between 5th and 15th century. The downfall of the Western Roman Empire marked its beginning as they merged into the Renaissance and the Age of Discovery. It thus makes it the middle period of three ancient divisions of the Western history namely; the Antiquty, the Medieval period (divided into the Early, the High, and the Late Middle Ages), and the Modern Period. Each and every of these stages was characterized by different developments as well as the impact the development had in history (MEIER & MCGEOCH ...

Earthquakes and other natural disasters are common occurrences in the world since historic times. There are several methods that different civilizations use to avert the consequences of the disasters. In particular, earthquake is one such disaster that is not predictable, yet its impacts are great in the property and human life. Due to this phenomenon, the construction of house had to include earthquake resistant techniques. There are several methods that traditional societies use in constructing house that are earthquake resistant. Most of these methods utilize locally available materials. These include the following. - Construction technology that use ductile construction ...

Sustainability in Saudi Cities

Sustainability in Saudi Cities

Introduction

Both defining and describing the sustainable relationship between the historic and newer built environment of Saudi Arabia’s state capital Riyadh focuses on culture as a mitigating factor in historic preservation and sustainability representative of Saudi cities. This scholarly exploration of the existing construction looks influences on their design from an environmental perspective. The following academic investigation therefore, both compares and contrasts the specifics of the time-honored urban design with the modern. The following investigative account provides information on the environmental and cultural aspects underpinning traditional urban design versus the adoption of 1970s Western urban ...

Objective

Fibre reinforced plastics (FRP) have demonstrated suitability for construction projects due to their strength and durability, while weighing very little. The attributes of FRPs were examined as well as, their applicability in hot, desert temperatures for road barriers and other road safety units.

Background – Composite Materials

Strength and stiffness are the main mechanical properties fibres add to composite materials. The fibres must have uniform diameter, similar strength between each fibre, and very large length-to-diameter ratio. Crystals within the fibre that are aligned with fibre length create high tensile strength. Fibres need to have air space and fibre packing needs to be random ...

Abstract

The construction of the Bayonne Bridge (New Jersey) in 1931 revolutionized the structural technique and design of bridges. It was mad exceptionally well that it incorporated materials and styles that had not been used at the time. The length of the structure made it the world’s largest bridge for many years before other structures were raised. As the first structure that used manganese steel, it is pioneered and revolutionized many aspects in construction of bridges and among other structures The impacts that the bridge had after its competition resulted into much more benefits to the communities linked by ...

Abstract

Construction of Kamehameha V Post Office (Hi) building occurred in 1871 that used different and exceptional style of concrete bricks. It was the first building in Hawaii to use such style and design. It is a government building that has hosted and used for various functions within different agencies of the governments. The structure built and designed with concrete bricks and iron bars that resulted into a stronger structure that has amazed many up to the current times. It was built by Osborne and has remained one of the most important and ancient building that existed in the US ...

The beginnings of West Point Military Academy can be traced back to the earliest days of the independent nation of The United States of America and Commander George Washington. Used as a strategically placed fort during the Revolutionary War, West Point, located along the Hudson River, demonstrated its importance during the war. Also during the pivotal and important events of the Revolutionary War, Washington was aware that the fledgling nation that had depended on foreign engineers and native ones that were of “dubious quality” for critical engineering information during the seven years of war. Washington believed that the new ...

In the US what have been the various bases used to assign minority various groups

In the United States, different bases form the foundation for minority groups. Race forms one of the biggest basis for minority groups; where classification of groups depends on the obvious physical characteristics like skin color. Ethnicity differentiates groups based on culture such as food or language. Lastly, religion forms another basis, where groups differentiate based on the dominant faith. Christianity dominates America, therefore, Muslims, Mormons and Roman Catholics form the base for minority religions.

Identify, compare, and contrasts the major principles of liberal structuralists and conservative behaviorists

Liberal structuralists and conservative behaviorists have major principles that form the basis for their doctrines. Both of them believe any society should have a hierarchy ...

Abstract

The Lake Moeris Quarry Road built while the Old Kingdom of Egypt between 26th and 22nd centuries B.C. is the oldest paved road of the world and is testimony to the excellent sense of planning and execution of the ancient Egyptians of that period. The 8-miles of the main road was built by placing large stone blocks that were kept on the desert sand and to facilitate passage of sledges filled with blocks of Basalt to the quay of Lake Moeris, and then on to River Nile. Those Basalt blocks were shipped downstream of Nile to construction sites in ...

Lab Report 7

Introduction The electrical motor is the device, which converts electrical energy into the mechanical energy. It is must to analyze the characteristics of electric motor. The electric motor is always considered as the dynamic device, which changes its performance influenced by various factors. It is necessary to analyze the important electrical parameters of the electric motor, in order, to use the electrical motor for the particular applications. The electric motor is used in the applications like pumping, home appliances, lifts, cranes, etc. This report discusses about the construction of the electrical motor, and mainly, it discusses about the motor ...

It is located beneath the San Diego- Coronado Bridge in Barrio Logan, central of San Diego, California, and occupies 7.9 acres of the land. The occupants of this area are mostly Mexicans; both Mexican- American and Mexican- immigrants. The first Mexicans occupied this area in the 1890’s and were soon followed by others who were fleeing from the Mexican Revolution, which had started in 1910. In 1905, the name of this area was changed to Logan Heights, from East End. As the time went by, many Mexicans occupied the area and the Southern portion of it were later ...

This economic analysis will concentrate on three important industries- construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Between 1993 and 2013, there was a continuous increase in employment. This indicates that the sector was expanding and hence the need for additional labor. A similar trend is observed in manufacturing and healthcare sectors. However, an analysis of the nature of the trend in each sector reveals different results. In the construction sector, the overall employment change was 13.1. In the manufacturing sector, it was only 6.5 while it was highest in the healthcare sector at 17.5. These figures hypothesize that the healthcare sector had ...

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Figure 1: Energy concept for green building 7

Introduction

With the concern for reduction of global warming effects on the environment, focus is now shifting to how buildings can be built so that they need fewer mechanisms for cooling and heating. Buildings play an important role in the quest to reduce the heat that is being released to the environment. The buildings that have been put in place offer people protection from the extremes of the environment. Although this is the case, there are many ways in which buildings affect the environment in negative ways. They also affect the health ...

The rock I will be examining in this report is granite. Granite – is the most commonly spread rock in the continental crust formed by the slow cooling and solidification of magmatic melting rocks in depth. Granite can also be formed during metamorphism – under the influence of high temperature and pressure, as well as under the influence of a variety of liquids and gases (fluids), rising from the depths. Granites play a huge role in the structure of the Earth`s crust and the whole continents, since this solid rock is one of the main materials forming the outer part ...

Introduction

In the architecture of the 19th century Baroque art style that has lost its momentum, yielded a new classicism, which became the main style of this era. However, close to classicism, took over the ancient forms developed romanticism became stylistic manifestation of the Middle Ages, coupled with the new trends of constructivism. In the 19th century, when the building technologies achieved tremendous success, the center of the world of architecture has shifted significantly. During this period, the highest elevation reaches architecture of such countries like France, England, Germany, and Russia. This research paper is aimed at outlining the peculiarities ...

The Panama Canal is a 77.1 kilometer international waterway constructed by United States of America which was one of the largest public investments of its time. France started the project of the canal in 1881, but had stopped due to engineering issues and high mortality due to diseases like malaria. Later on the US took over the project and started construction in 1904 and was completed in 1914. This waterway links the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The objective behind this project was to reduce shipping distance. The average time taken to traverse the canal is between 20 ...

Different types of steel materials were used in constructing the One World Trade Center. Structural steel is the major type steel that was utilized in building One World Trade Center given the strong core it required and because of its unique characteristics (E. McQuillan,1)

The main types of steel materials used are:

- Vierendeel trusses which were high strength loading perimeter steel columns fitted together to form a strong, rigid structure. - Spandrel plates were welded to columns that sprung from the core so as to create modular pieces. The plates would be enforced on every floor so as to transmit stress and enhance stability - ...

Introduction

Everyday, people around the globe dispose tons of waste material that are harmful to the environment. The amount of waste released to the atmosphere on a daily basis is high, yet there are other ways of ensuring that the environment is safe. This can be through recycling or proper disposal of these wastes. Architectural firms play a key role creating waste products that are then emitted to the environment. This paper looks at various ways of obtaining raw materials to be used in architectural firms, the manufacture of primary raw materials to secondary raw materials and the manufacture of ...

Social construction of gender refers to the ways in which the society influences us on the meaning of a woman or man. The society determines the life of each and every person in the society is subject to the impact of social construction due to the normal belief that the nature and levels of knowledge while at the same time knowledge is constructed by the individuals living in that society. The professions like being a doctor, manager or engineers, are socially constructed to be careers for men due to the dominance of the male in the society. The careers ...

Discussion Participation

Discussion Participation

All activities in roadways, both and non-construction need to be thoroughly managed at all times, so that all the risks involved are identified and a detailed risk assessment done. This will ensure that adequate and appropriate controls are implemented to protect the safety and health of workers and road users (Shane & Kandil, 2012). While working on a roadway, adequate protection of the construction site needs to be undertaken. This can be done by putting up adequate sign posts, proper lighting and guarding measures to protect the work crew and other road users. Most road workers are exposed ...

Introduction

The authenticity of atmospheric and vacuum pressure is evident since period of Galileo and hypotheses and experiments related to those subjects was considered in ancient times. This period of 17th century was crucial for the vacuum science as for many other scientific fields. Many researchers worked on the same theory including, Otto von Guericke, Robert Boyle and Blaise Pascal (Calcatelli 2013). The rising demands on accuracy in result require constant calibration. According to Rucki, Barisic & Varga (2010) , metrological properties of the measuring tools, is significant. Sometimes it appears difficult to calibrate parameters of pressure gauge, because its gauging array ...

Issues that are pertinent to this case are on aspects of relevant of technology in business. Impacts of certain actions taken in the business are also fundamental concepts. When Richards Davis drives to the place where they had established a construction site, he is upset. The gloomy nature that he assumes can be appreciated to the view that the construction impacts on him. It is clear that, the job was not done appropriately as per his expectations. In order to curb the above phenomenon, the following can be done: Richard and his partner should engage subcontractors that are of ...

The Romans aqueducts play an important role when it comes to the field of architecture-in Romans society. They are considered as the most public structures without the pretence of good-looking entablatures or columns to have ever existed in the Romans society. Romans aqueducts depict a highly complicated piece of Romans engineering. It describes a range of Romans hydraulic hi-tech skills to deliver a modest amount of water to the reservoirs supplying the baths. The Romans aqueducts are divided into three groups and the groups are mostly determined by the type of materials used in constructing them (Chanson, 2000). The ...

Business Plan - Construction Plan

Business Plan - Construction Plan

Introduction

This report presents a business plan for a construction company. The report includes a description of the business type, products and services involved and the chart of accounts, which will be used while keeping in view the nature and requirements of business activities. In addition to this, a discussion pertaining to the applicable financial reporting framework and the pro forma financial statements have also been presented, which include the balance sheet and income statement of the proposed business. Apart from this, the report also takes into account the internal control procedures, which will be ...

Key Issues

The first key issue is the decline in the home construction industry over time. According to the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book Report of 2006, significant decline in the real estate had been noted in various parts of the country. Various districts had been recording a go-slow in home construction and sales of already constructed homes. The second key is issue is the changing target market that had been identified by Richard and his partner. When they started the real estate management firm, they identified the target market as those individuals staying around the area, within a radius of ...

The Supreme Court was justified in overturning the decision of the trial court regarding the construction of the Tellico dam. The wording of the Endangered Species Act was clear in its plain meaning, and there was no exception as to the construction of the dam. If the congress by drafting the Act had intended to exclude the construction of such projects in protecting endangered species, nothing would have stopped them from making that provision in the Act. The exception was not necessary either. The protection of endangered species overrides any other project that may be initiated at the ecological ...

Impacts of Architecture

Impacts of Architecture on my Discipline

My discipline is art & architecture. There are a lot of things that I get involved in while pursuing this profession. This discipline is a combination of art elements and architectural elements. However, the distinct elements are mutually inclusive because of their relationship. Some tasks that are carried out in art are equally important in architecture, and vice versa. As an artist and architect, there are various job descriptions that describe my profession. My profession covers a wide range of professionalism. Some of the tasks covered in my profession are discussed below. The most ...

What I do in my Profession

Architects have numerous duties in both large and medium firms. In this profession, one has different duties depending on their experience. In most cases, architects work in building projects where they develop idea for the project, they also develop various budgets that are applicable to the project and assess the needs to the building and the users. They also consider the effects of the building to the local environment. The main duties of architects include working with different people involved in the project. This includes discussing budget objectives, requirement and other requirements necessary for the project. The other work ...

1. Introduction The supreme construction Pvt Ltd is one of the leading companies in the field of construction. Our company has a lot of clients; we are in this business since 25 years. The government has assigned the construction projects to the CE enterprises. CE enterprises have to build an IT park near the capital city. Initially, we need to choose the geological area for construction work: we need to choose the soil type and water: We need to choose the resources and the depth of the water table and the building area. The size of the building is ...

Introduction

Disputes in the construction industry or in the process of honoring roles in a construction contract are not uncommon in many countries, a good of example which would be the United Arab Emirates (UAE) wherein the construction industry has been in a stage of boom for the past several years . Some of the world’s Mega structures and other fascinating architectural works are located in this Middle Eastern country. It is one of the largest exporters of oil and petroleum products and this country’s largest city, Dubai, is home to a range of spectacular and grand architectural works. ...

During the five stages of group formation (forming, storming, norming, performing, and transforming) that Jim Cain (n.d.) presents in his article “Exploring the Five Stages of Group Formation Using Adventure-Based Activities”, there can be traced leadership traits and principles, which can be applied in various activity domains. Working in the construction operations I found that some leadership principles explored within Cain’s article can be applied to this activity sector, while others are inadequate or require adaptation. While defining the five stages of group formation based on adventure designed activities, Cain describes various activities that can be applied in ...

The classical Greece period spawning between the fourth and the fifth centuries is one of the most syndicated periods in Greek art. This period had an immense influence on the foundation of western civilization, therefore, influencing to a large extent, the Roman Empire. In our study for instance, the Romans continued in the worship of Nike Athena, the goddess worshiped in the Nike Athena and renamed her Victoria. Athens became a gathering place for great artisans, for they brought their works together in an area of Athens known as the Acropolis. The entrance is a giant gateway called the ...

Article Summary:

In the U.S. Construction Industry

Magazine: McGill Journal of Education, 2013

Article: “Doing it Old School: Peer Led Occupational Safety Training In the U.S. Construction Industry” by Clayton Sinyai, Pete Stafford & Chris Trahan

Summary of the Article:

The article entitled “Doing it Old School: Peer Led Occupational Safety Training” written by Sinyai, Stafford, & Trahan (2013) presented relevant information regarding conducting training programs by trade and construction workers within the construction industry. As divulged, the construction industry recognized as one of the most risky and hazardous industries require knowledge and adherence to safety standards. The authors initially presented a historical overview of the emergence of peer-led and union based outreach ...

JAMESTOWN DISCUSSION

The choice on the location of Jamestown was based on a number of key emphasis factors. An example of such factors was the fortification of the location or rather the strategies of the location in terms of defense in case of an attack. The workforce composed mostly of laborers and people skilled in construction. This is because with the settlement coming up there had to be a lot of construction work in terms of housing and other forms of shelter necessary for human survival. The economic activity was mostly agriculture which coupled with trade to form the economic backbone ...

I. INTRODUCTION Systemic-Functional Linguistics, otherwise known as SFL, is a theory of language and language structure that is separate and distinct from the other theories of language that have arisen in the field of linguistics. Systemic-Functional Linguistics is a theory of language that is focused on the theory of language function as a method for language evolution and derivation (Halliday, 2005, pp. 133--135). Systemic-Functional Linguistics accounts for the syntax of any given language structure, but it is more concerned with the function of the language as the central issue within the analysis (Halliday, 2005, pp. 133--135). Halliday (2005), the ...

Investment in Marriott Corp. South Africa

Introduction Current document aims to present the analysis of potential investment opportunity arises from the expansion strategy of the Marriott Corporation in South Africa. To evaluate feasibility and interest in this type of investment it was decided to incorporate the analysis of external and internal environment on the subject of market attractiveness, potential opportunities and risks and eventual considerations in regards to the opportunity costs of investment in hotel sector. With that in mind, the document will focus on the analysis of the company as well as external environment. It was decided that due to the fact that the ...

Abstract

Ranked among the top 7 heritage sites around the world by UNESCO, Stonehenge is one of the most picturesque marvels of the medieval world. Standing isolated in Wiltshire, England, the prehistoric monument has been a destination for well over 800,000 tourists from all over the world every year. With many theories surrounding its construction and purpose, architects and archeologists have put their minds together in trying to come up with a scientifically acceptable explanation of the monument’s coming into being. Today, many questions surround Stonehenge, with hundreds of documentaries giving different accounts, and crediting different people for ...

Chesapeake Bay is one of the busiest areas in the United States because it covers an area that is surrounded by some of the busiest cities in the United States. Unfortunately, the only way to take advantage of the strategic location that is the Chesapeake Bay is to build a bridge connecting the different landmasses surrounding the bay area. That way, transportation both of commodities and of passengers commuting to different communities and work areas can be faster, more efficient, and most importantly, more convenient. After all, transportation is one of the most important driving forces of an economy. ...

“Road threat to Nepal's top tourist area”, an article by Mr. Sanjaya Dhakal published in BBC News Asia discusses about the development of roads in the Annapurna region of Nepal which is one of the most important tourist attractions of Nepal known for its trekking areas. The road construction was welcomed by some villagers as it was thought to enhance transportation and alleviate poverty by facilitating development (Bezruchka and Lyons 189). But the trekkers as well as the people who made a living out of the tourism and trekking business of the area dislike the move. The trekkers believed ...

(Title of the Paper) (Name of Researcher) Swahili is one of the best documented and most studied African languages and much work has been done in analyzing various aspects of the language. However, one area which has thus far been left unexplored is that of the syntactic elements of Relative Clause. To this end the paper will focus on by providing a detailed (though not exhaustive) analysis of relative clauses without attempting to grapple with morphology. This is done deliberately so that time is not wasted on restating too much previous research as morphology in Swahili is already a ...

According to the Council on Tall Building and Urban Habitat, The Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest building based on height to top, height to highest occupied floor, and height to architectural top. The building is a multi-use Burj Dubai development tower with an approximate total area of 460,000 meters squared. It includes parking facilities, shopping malls, entertainment centers, offices, hotel, and residential (AL-KODMANY 2013, p. 12). The decision to construct this building was initiated by government’s idea to diversify from an oil-based economy to one that is tourism and service oriented. It is 828 meters ...

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Introduction

System of road network is needed for any developed country and it is a vital part for infrastructure development. Main subjects of this study are pavement defects such as alligator cracking, bleedings and potholes. Such pavement distress as potholes and alligator cracking cause serious negative effects and decrease the lifespan of pavement. Additionally, the safety on road is questioned due to bleedings of pavement since the friction between car and pavement significantly decreases, meaning that the braking path increases. This study is concentrated on studying three ...

- Introduction The subject of this study concerns some of the most serious pavement deficiencies: alligator cracking, bleeding, and potholes. Alligator cracking and potholes can often shorten the pavement’s lifespan. Bleeding more often impacts road safety; bleeding causes reduced friction which, in turn, can cause skidding for drivers. The case study focuses on alligator cracking, potholes, and bleeding in an effort to explain their impact on pavement, as well as how they are remedied. In an effort to better understand the detriment these issues cause, a local two-lane road was studied for evidence of distress and damage. These ...

Early Christian and Gothic

Notre Dame Cathedral is a well-known and reputable French Cathedral. The construction of Nortre-Dame was started in 1163; its first stone was laid in the presence of Pop Alexander III (Hanser). Nortre-Dame Cathedral is a representation of the medieval Gothic architecture. The new building of the Cathedral was made according to the novel movement of art, which is called gothic style, also known as ogival style (Fazio, and Moffett). In 1225-1250, two towers and a gallery were made on the upper front, the cathedral was modified and the upper windows were expanded in order to improve the exterior of ...

Carole Vance’s article, “Social Construction Theory: Problems in the History of Sexuality,” explains how the social construction theory can be used to help understand LBGTQ+ identities. As discussed previously, essentialism assumes that all things, at the essence, are the same or share a similar experience. However, this does not take culture into consideration, and just how far humans are constructed socially. Vance explains that the LBGTQ+ community would benefit from identifying as a socially constructed group, because assuming that sexuality is finite or natural is an essentialist argument that completely undermines people who are sexually fluid and rejects ...