Civil Engineering - Building Construction - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Building Construction - Section 2 (Q.No. 45)
45.
The lower half portion between crown and skew back of the arch, is called
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Sajjad Ali said:
9 months ago
Spandrel: This is the triangular space between the curve of the arch and the rectangular boundary created by the surrounding structure, often seen in the area between two arches.
Haunch: This is the lower half portion of an arch between the crown (the highest point) and the skewback (the point where the arch meets its support). The haunch provides additional strength and stability to the arch.
Haunch: This is the lower half portion of an arch between the crown (the highest point) and the skewback (the point where the arch meets its support). The haunch provides additional strength and stability to the arch.
Ihsan said:
2 years ago
Spandril is the correct answer.
Laal said:
3 years ago
No, the Correct answer is Spandril.
Waheed said:
5 years ago
The under surface is called soffit.
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