Aesthetic of Engineering Structures.

Faber, O

doi:10.1680/ijoti.1941.13649

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“…Faber [8] believed that structural factors for achieving the aesthetic satisfaction include a specific and considerable attribute, harmony, and composition. Kular [9] defined the structural aesthetics by the criteria of (a) discipline (architectural organizer), (b) ratios, rhythm, symmetry, and asymmetry, (c) geometric and completed form, (d) unique feature, (e) form as the expression of static behavior, (f ) ratio between structure and environment.…”

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An analysis of structural aesthetics in architecture case study: Taj-Ol-Molk Dome, Jāmeh Mosque of Isfahan, Iran

2019

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The role of structure has been always considered essential in understanding the architecture. In the historical buildings of Iran, the function of structural elements follows the general form of the building. In this study, the modern structural analysis of historical building aimed at discovering the deep knowledge of experienced and skilled constructors in their works, developing the modern structural theories, and establishing modern solutions for strengthening of structural elements. Taj-Ol-Molk Dome was used as the case study that it is entitled to "the most beautiful dome". In this study, the qualitative and interpretive method was used to explore the role of aesthetics in Iranian domes. In the structural analysis based on structural simulation, the total displacement was less than 0.0002 at the maximum mode. In addition, the Von-Mises stress at the joint bearing surfaces was 2.3 × 10 6-3.5 × 10 6 which was less than the yield stress of the materials. Based on Mohr-Coulomb theory, the entire structure is below the standard risk level. A variety of brickwork styles were used based on mathematical calculations to reduce applied forces to the building. The form of Taj-Ol-Molk Dome is completely in harmony with the catenary curve form. The structural patterns lead to the bearing stress as completely compressive and without tensile and bending stress. Based on the findings, the golden ratio in the façade of building coordinated the cross section and dome-span. Finally, the structural features of the dome and the principles of structural aesthetic vision of the building are explained.

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“…If the late Sir James M. Barrie was unable to define exactly what was meant by charm, it is unlikely that we can either, but all know it to be an extremely desirable quality. (14) Although the quoted excerpt above is an example of the willingness of an engineer to recommend the use of an extremely vague visual quality to evaluate the aesthetic effect of various design options, most other writers show a similar tendency although they usually refer to less obscure visual qualities. Presumably, they believe that most readers will understand the meaning of what is being recommended when reference is made to balance, order, and so forth.…”

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Bridge Aesthetics: A Discipline in Need of a More Effective Language

Burke¹

2004

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation R

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A study of bridge aesthetics literature is partially documented. This literature has been and continues to be characterized by jargon and loose, undefined terminology. If the bridge engineering profession is to develop means by which the more routinely successful designers can record their observations and aesthetics advice for posterity in meaningful terms, aesthetics terminology must be changed, defined, and illustrated to such an extent that thought can be given a sharper focus and meanings made clearer. Brief as the documentation is, it nevertheless can help to explain why some papers and significant portions of books and aesthetics design manuals are beyond the comprehension of those for whom the literature was expressly intended. It is hoped that as bridge aesthetics specialists and enthusiasts become more aware of the verbal problems associated with past and present bridge aesthetics writings, concerted efforts can be made to improve aesthetics terminology and eventually achieve a more effective bridge aesthetics language.

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Aesthetic of Engineering Structures.

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An analysis of structural aesthetics in architecture case study: Taj-Ol-Molk Dome, Jāmeh Mosque of Isfahan, Iran

An analysis of structural aesthetics in architecture case study: Taj-Ol-Molk Dome, Jāmeh Mosque of Isfahan, Iran

Bridge Aesthetics: A Discipline in Need of a More Effective Language

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