Form and Structure in Design
Concept of Form
The word form may have different meanings, such as contour or volume (in sculpture and architecture). Plotinus’ philosophy differentiated external form as all the material elements of the object that we touch and see. He defined it as the internal organization of the parts, with each governing the provision of essential services (external form) and giving it unity.
We highlight the following:
Material Form
It is also known as fitness and is determined by the visual appearance of the
Read MoreGeothermal Energy: A Comprehensive Guide
Geothermal Energy
Introduction
Definition: Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source derived from the Earth’s internal heat. This heat originates from two primary sources:
- The decay of radioactive elements within the Earth’s core.
- Residual heat from the planet’s formation.
History
Geothermal energy has a long history, dating back centuries for direct heating applications. However, electricity generation from geothermal heat is a relatively recent development.
- 1904: Piero Ginori Conti pioneered the
Fossil Fuels: An Overview
Fossil Fuels
0. Introduction
We obtain fossil energy from the combustion of fossil fuels, which were created over millions of years. Therefore, we can say that fossil energy is a non-renewable energy source.
The principal fossil fuels are oil, coal, and natural gas. Our economy is based on their consumption. They account for 88% of the total primary energy consumption.
Fossil energy is the most used worldwide. We use it in transportation, electricity generation, heating houses, and more.
Coal was the
Read MoreLand Relief and Geological Processes
1. Introduction
Land relief refers to the roughness or deformation of the Earth’s crust. Several factors contribute to the modeling of land relief:
1.1. Lithological Factors
The rocks that form the ground and their characteristics influence landforms and relief.
1.2. Structural Factors
The initial geological structure of a zone influences its relief.
1.3. Dynamic Factors
These factors are related to the processes involved in building landscapes.
1.4. Climatic Factors
Climatic conditions influence relief,
Read MoreHydroelectric Energy: A Comprehensive Overview
Hydroelectric Energy
0. Introduction
The movement of water can be an excellent source of energy, and sometimes we don’t make good use of it. However, nowadays, many dams utilize the pressure created by water flowing out of the reservoir or lake where it is stored.
0.1. Definition
Hydroelectric energy harnesses the natural movement of water to spin a turbine and generate electricity. Water power is transformed into mechanical energy to move the turbine blades in a hydroelectric plant.
0.2. History
Water
Read MoreNuclear Power: An In-depth Analysis
0) Introduction
We’re going to talk about nuclear power, an alternative energy source to fossil fuels. It’s often judged by the public as being too dangerous, which is true to some extent, but it produces a lot of power at a low cost.
1) Theoretical Basis
Definition
The scientific definition of nuclear power is the power released when we split the nucleus of an atom (fission) or when we join two atoms to become one (fusion). For simplicity, we’ll define nuclear power as energy generated from uranium
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