WATERTIGHT

WATERTIGHT

Definition/ Content: Capacity of an space to prevent permeation by WATER, TEMPERATURE, ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES, SOUND, AIR, SUN, FIRE...

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A) The problem of constructing with many differents pieces instead of using only one unique piece.

B) -Permeation of the material used

C) -Joint of the materials (overlap, bridle joints,…)

D) -Position of the material (inclination)

E) Grade of permeation

Objective: The student must acquire the knowledge of how to isolate an space from sound, water, air, temperature...

Materials and construction elements related: covers, facades, opennings, foundations...