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Jorge
May 21, 2013, 2:50:18 PM5/21/13
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Geodesic domes offer the safest shelter in the most violent weather
extremes around the world. In tornadoes and hurricanes, high winds and
negative air pressure combine and get under the eves and soffits of
conventional housing, then rip the roof off, leaving the occupants
exposed. A geodesic dome's aerodynamic shape offers the best above
ground protection against winds from any direction, allowing gale force
winds to slip past. During an earthquake, a conventional house rocks off
its foundation and topples as the earth makes lateral shifts. A dome has
an even distribution of weight and a low center of gravity so it moves
with the earth. Engineering for incredible snow loads is intrinsic in
its design. Insulating efficiently against extreme heat or cold is a
direct factor of the exposed surface area, or outside wall area of any
building. The vaulted ceiling in its free span interior allows excellent
air circulation and heat recovery. You may design geodesic dome walls
where you want them, if you want them, as you are unrestricted by
bearing walls necessary to hold up a standard roof. There are no limits
to interior design creativity.
http://www.domeincorporated.com/geodesic-domes-history.html
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Karma ; what a concept!
extremes around the world. In tornadoes and hurricanes, high winds and
negative air pressure combine and get under the eves and soffits of
conventional housing, then rip the roof off, leaving the occupants
exposed. A geodesic dome's aerodynamic shape offers the best above
ground protection against winds from any direction, allowing gale force
winds to slip past. During an earthquake, a conventional house rocks off
its foundation and topples as the earth makes lateral shifts. A dome has
an even distribution of weight and a low center of gravity so it moves
with the earth. Engineering for incredible snow loads is intrinsic in
its design. Insulating efficiently against extreme heat or cold is a
direct factor of the exposed surface area, or outside wall area of any
building. The vaulted ceiling in its free span interior allows excellent
air circulation and heat recovery. You may design geodesic dome walls
where you want them, if you want them, as you are unrestricted by
bearing walls necessary to hold up a standard roof. There are no limits
to interior design creativity.
http://www.domeincorporated.com/geodesic-domes-history.html
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Karma ; what a concept!
Unclefred
May 22, 2013, 10:09:38 AM5/22/13
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like you can build weak houses. A tornado or hurricane blowing cars
and other debris around will smash a dome as easily as any other
structure.
Now an underground house makes much more sense in all these
cases, even earthquakes.
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Regards,
Fred Williams
Jorge
May 22, 2013, 1:08:24 PM5/22/13
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In article <knifo9$htt$1...@dont-email.me>,
How 'bout a dome over a concrete slab that also is the "roof" of an
underground home.?
and ;
Imagine if a creative rebuilding concerns could gather up some of the
debris and create affordable housing in Oklahoma.
Like Geodesic domes could be quickly put up using short 2x4's and small
sections of plywood. maybe even setting it down on the former foundation?
and they might prove stronger than regular "stick" buildings.
underground home.?
and ;
Imagine if a creative rebuilding concerns could gather up some of the
debris and create affordable housing in Oklahoma.
Like Geodesic domes could be quickly put up using short 2x4's and small
sections of plywood. maybe even setting it down on the former foundation?
and they might prove stronger than regular "stick" buildings.
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