Chapter 1

Question 1

Spatial Function

Answer 1

Why and how of reason & consequence practical purpose first and physical necessity follows

Question 2

Special Aspects - Utility

Answer 2

Function for the structure and understanding of structures form and how it is designed

Question 3

Special Aspects

Iconography

Answer 3

Form of the structure or its space to relate of give experience of image or symbol

Question 4

Spacial Aspects

Context

Answer 4

Structure of its space (type) with concern for their ability to

Question 5

Mechanical function

Sciences

Answer 5

How concepts of nature relate to the structural performance (Rel. form load, material, response)

Question 6

Mechanical function

Technology

Answer 6

How the structures parts are manufactured and built

Relative mass gravity, forces, stability

Question 7

Structural function

Stiffness

Answer 7

The ability to resist against deflection, cracking or vibration (function in way that is expected and comfortable)

Question 8

Structural function

Strength

Answer 8

The point at which forces reach the limit of the material (able to withstand the forces acting on the material)

Question 9

Structural function

Stability

Answer 9

The resistance against twisting, sliding, deflection (able to balance the forces that act on the building)