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Mississauga's Absolute Towers
Thursday, 14 February 2013
London's Gherkin
My Proposal
The
Art of Architectural Aerodynamics
Summary
Statement of Proposed Project
The application and understanding of aerodynamics
in the design of a tall building is vital in ensuring that they can withstand
the forces of the elements upon them. But aside from contributing to structural
integrity, architectural aerodynamics can create structures that are both incredibly
unique and beautiful in appearance.
Purpose
The purpose of this project is to build an
understanding of aerodynamics and how it can be applied to a building’s concept
and design in unique ways, and through the use of different materials, to
reduce the negative effects of the elements upon it.
Goal &
Objectives
The primary goal of this research project
is to achieve a personal understanding of the study of aerodynamics, and how it
can be applied to architecture and design. Ultimately, its purpose is to
compare unique buildings from around the world, and how the principals of
aerodynamics have been applied to their design in different ways.
In addition, this project will identify
different building materials that are commonly used in the construction of tall
structures, and how effectively they reduce drag across a building’s surface.
Lastly, it will identify the forces that act upon tall buildings and how an understanding
of aerodynamics can be incorporated into a building’s design to reduce any
negative effects caused by those forces.
Methodology
& Analytical Approach
The majority of the information found
within this research project will be acquired from published papers and articles
taken from engineering journals, as well as literature found within Thompson
Rivers University’s library. In addition, I hope to meet with individuals who
work within the construction industry, and apply the concepts of aerodynamics
to their own work.
Previous Studies
Through the preliminary research I have
already conducted on this topic, it is apparent that architectural aerodynamics
has been researched by many other individuals in the past. However, it is
uncommon for different structures to be compared to one another in these
studies, and they varying degrees that aerodynamic design is used. Therefore,
it is my main objective to compare unique structures, and the differing methods
used in their conceptualization.
Plans for
Dissemination of Work
It is my intention to share my work with
other people and fellow students through the use of a personal blog, which I
will update with my findings as often as possible.
Contribution of
This Project to My Personal Academic Goals & Objectives
Since I was very young, I have been an
avid fan of Formula One racing, in large part from the influences of both my
father and uncle. Having grown up as a bit of a petrol head, I am fascinated
with the concept and design of racing cars, with aerodynamics being a huge part
of that process. As someone who is pursuing architectural engineering as a
career, I wanted to choose a topic that combined both my future profession and
a personal interest. Therefore, I intend to investigate aerodynamics in regards
to its role in the construction industry, and how its concepts can be applied
to building design. In addition, it is my hope that achieving an understanding
of aerodynamics will make me a better designer in the future.
Welcome!
Welcome to my blog! The main topic of this page is my own research regarding architectural aerodynamics, and its use in the construction industry, and I will be updating it with new findings and information as often as I can. Any input is welcome :)
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