Housing Elements Research Articles

Implementasi Etnomatematika pada Materi Kesebangunan dan Kekongruenan dengan Rumah Adat Karo

This article discusses the Karo traditional house, a review from Etnomathematics. Karo is located in North Sumatra and has high value history, culture and artifacts. One of these artifacts that still survives is the Karo traditional house. This traditional house not only functions as a protector for its residents but also has a deep function and meaning in accordance with the customs and culture of the community. In Karo traditional houses, the form, function and motifs of the aesthetic elements depict the close relationship between humans and their natural environment. Examining the aesthetic elements of Karo traditional houses which contain geometric concepts. Without studying geometric concepts in mathematics, Karo people have applied geometric concepts in everyday life, reflected in creating aesthetic elements in Karo traditional houses. The method used is literature study

Structural housing elements associated with injuries in older adults in the USA

ObjectiveTo quantify the unintentional injuries associated with housing elements among older adults treated in US hospital emergency departments (EDs). To identify modifiable home hazards.MethodsThe National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS)...

Passive Design Strategy in Vernacular House of Samin, Indonesia

Vernacular architecture embodies passive design principles and strategies to create comfortable dwellings. This study investigates the impact of passive design strategies on temperature comfort in Samin vernacular houses. Visual observation is employed to assess the suitability of house elements based on passive design criteria. At the same time, field measurements are conducted to evaluate comfortable temperature conditions using data loggers over one month. The research focuses on the Original Samin house and the New Samin house situated in Klopoduwur Village, Blora Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. The visual observation reveals that the roof volume, slope, and thin walls with low conductivity in both Samin houses align with passive design principles. The New Samin house also incorporates other passive design strategies, including an east-west building orientation with the long side perpendicular to the wind direction, an open-plan room layout, and varying floor heights. The temperature comfort performance in both houses falls within the neutral temperature range during 16 hours. The New Samin house exhibits the largest daytime air temperature decrease at 5.5°C, while the Original Samin house experiences the largest nighttime decrease at 0.7°C. The evolution of passive designs in Samin vernacular houses encompasses considerations such as building proportion and width, terrace width, positioning and size of window openings, vegetation, and shading elements.

Features of paper walls in the formation of the «Japanese house» microecosystem

The work relates to the topics of retroecology, namely, the features of microecosystems related to the housing of the peoples of the world. A unique structural element of a Japanese dwelling – a paper wall – is considered. It is shown that in terms of functional purpose, such a structure differs significantly from the well-known building walls. In this sense, the paper wall does not meet the generally accepted quality criteria. However, this element of housing, which is very popular in Japan, finds its admirers in other microecosystems. The paper highlights those well-known qualities of paper walls that appeal to the people of Japan, contrary to existing standards, but in full compliance with Japanese analog culture. Taking into account that the popularity of paper walls is influenced not by protection from climatic and other influences, but by the spirituality of the Japanese people, the mechanism of mathematical logic, namely, the model of predicate logic, was adopted as a tool for analyzing such structures. The formalized mathematical model made it possible to pay attention to some features in the preferences of the specified predicates and made it possible to clarify their priority for the user. It is not a contradiction that the Japanese paper wall is not designed to perform most of the known functions of an ordinary human dwelling wall. It has become preferable for the inhabitant of the country not as a protective or insulating structure, but mainly as a result of spiritual transformations in society. In particular, with the help of a specific building structure - a paper wall. Thus, the paper wall has become a component for the formation of mentality, psychology, and spirituality. That is, what is valued above all else in the microecosystem of the Japanese home

The Chinese Influence on the Various Architectural Elements in the Palembang Limas Traditional House

This study aims to inventory the influence of Chinese culture on the forms, elements, and ornaments of the Limas Traditional House in Palembang. The method that used in this study was through observing 4 original buildings, namely, the house of the Cek Mas family, the SMB Museum, the residence of the Mr. H. Rozak, and the residenceof Mr. Aziz family. The study was carried out through field observations and also analyzing the architectural elements contained in the 4 original houses in the city. The results show that the most dominant Chinese influence in the house is the use of wood material for almost all parts of the house ranging from walls, floors, ornaments, to the construction of the House. The investment in the House can serve as a valuable learning resource for future generations, considering its endangered condition.

Meaningful Action: Evaluating Local Government Plans to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing in California

A 2018 California law requires local governments to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH) in their General Plan’s housing element. This paper examines how eight municipalities reacted to this requirement in three areas of their 2021 plans: the analysis of fair housing issues, proposed fair housing programs, and the location of sites identified for low-income housing development. We consider whether these cities’ over 200 fair housing programs are meaningful actions by evaluating their potential impact, and measure the distribution of proposed sites for new low-income housing across neighborhoods. The cities created many new programs in response to the mandate; however, most programs do not meaningfully advance fair housing goals. Moreover, most cities do not modify land-use plans to allow affordable housing in affluent neighborhoods. Additionally, we find a mismatch in the plans. The affluent, majority-white cities that developed more meaningful fair housing programs continued to concentrate sites for affordable housing in their least affluent neighborhoods. Our analysis of potential program impact allows us to identify AFFH oversight challenges and make recommendations for AFFH guidelines. We focus on California, but the research is relevant to federal AFFH implementation and raises questions about how to best advance fair housing goals.

A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF TRADITIONAL TERENGGANU ARCHITECTURE AS A TOURIST ATTRACTION ON THE EAST COAST OF PENINSULAR MALAYSIA: A CASE STUDY OF TERRAPURI HERITAGE VILLAGE IN TERENGGANU CIRI FIZIKAL SENI BINA TRADISIONAL TERENGGANU SEBAGAI TARIKAN PELANCONG DI PANTAI TIMUR SEMENANJUNG MALAYSIA: KAJIAN KES TERRAPURI HERITAGE VILLAGE DI TERENGGANU

Traditional Terengganu architecture, including the Rumah Bujang Berselasar (bachelor house with an unroofed platform) and Rumah Tiang Dua Belas (twelve-pillared house), is the earliest and most prevalent type of housing in the northeastern region of Peninsular Malaysia, specifically in Terengganu. Site observation was conducted in Terrapuri Heritage Village in Setiu, Terengganu. These Malay houses are considered a crucial part of the region’s architectural history, reflecting numerous changes in their architectural elements and their continuity with the past and present built environment. Beyond being mere structures for shelter, the physical characteristics of these houses embody traditional values, beliefs, and ways of life. Rooted in the rich cultural heritage of the Malay community, they have been shaped over centuries by history, geography, and social interactions. Hence, studying the physical features of traditional Terengganu architecture requires an interdisciplinary approach that encompasses not only technical and functional aspects but also cultural and symbolic significance. This necessitates integrating architectural and construction principles with social, cultural, and historical perspectives. The objective of this study is to identify the structural and non-structural elements of traditional Terengganu houses, specifically Rumah Bujang Berselasar and Rumah Tiang Dua Belas. These distinctive features reflect the local context and cultural influences, contributing to the creation of a coastal resort identity. Thus, it is imperative to continue efforts to preserve and promote traditional Malay architecture, including Rumah Bujang Berselasar (bachelor house with unroofed platform) and Rumah Tiang Dua Belas (twelve-pillared house), to ensure the sustainability and preservation of cultural heritage for future generations to come. Keywords: physical characteristics; traditional Terengganu architecture; Terengganu identity; tourist attraction; coastal resort design

Psychosocial readiness assessment for heart transplant candidates

BackgroundPsychosocial evaluation for transplant suitability is required by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as a condition of participation for transplant programs. There are no regulations regarding follow-up reassessment for transplant readiness after waitlisting. ObjectivesAn evidence-based pilot project was developed and implemented to evaluate the feasibility of psychosocial readiness assessments for waitlisted heart transplantation candidates. The primary aim was to test the feasibility of these assessments in practice from a patient and programmatic perspective. MethodsDuring a 12-week period, waitlisted outpatients underwent one assessment each. Socioeconomic elements of caregiver support, housing, transportation, and insurance coverage status were assessed by simple using “yes/no” questions. To assess mental health needs, the General Anxiety Disorder-7 questionnaire (GAD-7) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-8 (PHQ-8) tools were utilized. Rescheduled readiness visits and no-show rates were measured. A post-implementation Qualtrics survey was administered to measure team member perceptions of feasibility. ResultsA total of 57 patients were assessed during the 12-week period. The primary aim of feasibility was achieved with 93 % of visits performed with freedom from rescheduling or patient no-show to the visit. Additionally, 75 % of team members reported the readiness assessments were feasible to complete in practice. ConclusionsAddressing the non-medical and mental health needs of waitlisted heart transplant patients allows transplant programs to maintain candidates with necessary resources and care. The readiness assessments are feasible in practice and may serve to reduce untoward outcomes in the post-transplant phase by providing targeted care prior to the time of transplant.

Comparison of mass housing schemes delivery strategies condition in Ilorin, Nigeria toward a sustainable mass housing delivery

In developing nations such as Nigeria, the housing industry lacks appropriate and highquality housing. One of the housing development concepts and shelter delivery systems in practice in developing nations Nigeria inclusive are public, private and public–private. These three delivery strategies involves in mass housing production, although the bulk of these mass housing are not sustainable. This study examines at the conditions of mass housing delivered by the public, public–private, and private sectors in Ilorin, Nigeria. Quantitative and qualitative research approaches were employed for the study and both primary and secondary data were utilised. Multistage sampling technique was adopted to sample 27% of the 4166 households’ population. A set of questionnaire was administered to 1125 household heads, from 895 houses of the Public, 203 of public–private–partnership and 27 of private developers. Data were evaluated with descriptive statistics and multiple analyses of variance (MANOVA) to get the variation in housing elements condition based on the three-delivery strategy. According to the study, private had walls with highest percentage of very good (41.0%), good conditions (51.6%), and public had walls with 33.1% very good, 36.6% good conditions. However, 13.0% of PPP wall are in poor condition, and 80.1% of walls are only fair, comparisons of the condition of housing elements in the three strategies revealed that all the parameters of houses were found to have significant differences with p values reported for the comparison were observed to be less than 0.05 confidence level (p < 0.05). The study suggests among others that public–private partnership delivery strategy should be given more attention by the government to ensure good quality delivery and sustainability of mass housing.

Is there a relationship between housing deprivation and crime? Evidence for the Spanish case

Purpose Crime increased in Spain during the period of 2017–2019 after a decade of decline. This coincides with severe housing deprivation multiplying by three in just four years, affecting 3.4% of the population in 2020. However, no research has been found that analyzes whether this deterioration of the physical conditions of housing and its environmental elements has impacted the level of crime in Spain. This study aims to analyze how housing deprivation affects crime in the Spanish context. Design/methodology/approach For this purpose, different items that are considered by Eurostat as elements of housing deprivation are used. The difference generalized method of moments estimator is used for 16 Spanish regions that comprises the period from 2013 to 2019. Findings The results suggest that certain structural and environmental elements of housing are positively associated with crime: space (0.5% and 0.4%) and high housing expenditure (0.4% and 0.5%) are positively correlated with the two dependent variables; the lack of light and overcrowding stand out as they establish a positive and statistically significant association with four out of the six analyzed crime categories; the absence of lighting effect reaches up to 1.8% and 1.7% in the case of violent robberies and vehicle theft, respectively. Finally, pollution is negatively associated with robbery with violence (−1.9%), theft (−0.7%) and robbery with force (−0.5%). Originality/value To the best of the author’s knowledge, this is the first study that examines whether this deterioration of the physical conditions of housing has impacted the level of crime in Spain. It is also pioneering at the European level by using nonmonetary dimensions of inequality such as housing.

The performance of steel fiber reinforced concrete as structural elements of a seismic resistant three-story low-cost housing using SAP 2000

Seismic activity is a looming threat in many regions around the world. Hence, pursuing low-cost housing solutions that can withstand seismic forces while remaining economically viable is critical. This research is motivated by the urgent necessity to create innovative materials and cost-effective design methodologies that can withstand the forces of devastating earthquakes. This study explores the effectiveness of steel fiber reinforced concrete (SFRC) as a structural element in a three-story low-cost housing building. SFRC incorporates small and hooked steel fibers into concrete, improving its mechanical properties, such as tensile strength, toughness, and ductility. This study aims to replace traditional reinforced concrete with SFRC in building columns and beams and assess its seismic performance using Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis conducted through SAP 2000 software. This study conducted experiments using concrete mix samples with different percentages of steel fibers (0%, 0.3%, 0.5%, and 0.7% by weight) and found that the 0.3% SFRC sample exhibited the highest compressive and flexural strength. Four models evaluated the cost-effectiveness of SFRC compared to the control sample with regular concrete. The analysis revealed that Model (3), featuring 250 x 300 mm columns with SFRC, significantly decreased concrete volume and rebar quantity. It resulted in a 13.79% reduction in structural costs compared to the original plan. Overall, the study highlights the potential of SFRC to enhance the mechanical properties of concrete and reduce costs in seismic-resistant construction projects. By incorporating SFRC, engineers can improve buildings' structural stability and performance, particularly in earthquake-prone regions.

ОБОСНОВАНИЕ ТЕХНОЛОГИИ ВЫРАЩИВАНИЯ И ОТКОРМА СВИНЕЙ С КОМБИНИРОВАННЫМ УЧАСТКОМ ДЛЯ ОПОРОСА СВИНОМАТОК И ДОРАЩИВАНИЯ ПОРОСЯТ-ОТЪЕМЫШЕЙ ПО АВТОРСКОЙ МЕТОДИКЕ

Currently, in Russia, the North American technology of housing pigs with a combined weaning and fattening area is becoming widespread. A new technology with elements of stress-free pig housing has been developed for a pig farm for the reproduction, rearing and fattening of 15 thousand pigs per year with a combined sow farrowing and weaning piglet rearing area in order to form piglets nests at the stages of the suckling period and rearing. Thus, the usage of the new technology is appropriate for pork production industrial enterprises. The usage of this solution allows you to limit the impact of stress on piglets at the most vulnerable stages of raising – the suckling period and rearing. The new technology is compared with a standard project of company Schauer that is widely used in world and Russia according to the developed author's methodology. The evaluation criteria are the following indicators: the usage of the area of the main purpose and the payment of the area by the production of meat.

Tipologi Fasad Bangunan Pada Rumah Besak di Kampung Arab Assegaf Palembang

Assegaf Village is a settlement located on the banks of the Musi River and is inhabited by residents of Arab descent. This region continues to uphold traditional and cultural norms which are closely related to religious values. With the development it has experienced, Assegaf Village has given birth to a new settlement which still maintains its special characteristics as a place to live for people of Arab descent. This village has high historical and cultural value. The research methods used include field surveys, visual documentation, and interviews with nearby workers to understand the unique characteristics of the building facade. The aim of this research is to analyze and classify the typology of building facades in besak houses in Kampung Arab Assegaf Palembang. The findings of this research are that this building was built in the 19th century using the Indies House type. The typology of the Rumah Besak building facade is more of a modern architectural style as seen in the composition of the facade which is not symmetrical but does not forget the elements of traditional Palembang houses

Analysis of the Composition of Decorative Elements of Folk Houses in South Eshinan

Located at the junction of Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing and Guizhou provinces, Eshinan is one of the main settlements of the Tujia ethnic group. Its unique geographical environment and historical and cultural factors have created a culture with unique geographical characteristics. It occupies an important position in China's traditional ethnic culture. In particular, the composition characteristics of the decorative elements of the traditional folk houses of the Tujia people are the essence of the Tujia culture. In this paper, through studying the composition characteristics and principles of the decorative elements of Tujia traditional houses, we elaborate the construction technology of Tujia folk house characteristics and the artistic value thereof.

Are housing circumstances associated with faster epigenetic ageing?

BackgroundNumerous aspects of housing are associated with health. However, the pathways between housing and health, particularly the psychosocial elements of housing, are less well understood. Epigenetic information alongside social survey...

Lateral‐torsional buckling of beams made of mono‐symmetrical thin‐walled sections

AbstractThin‐walled cold‐formed sections are extensively used as primary structural elements in storage system structures or steel houses, or as secondary elements like roof and wall systems, floor girders, etc. Despite their many advantages, such as transportability and lightweight, these members are usually susceptible to lateral‐torsional buckling as they are not always laterally restrained.This paper deals with the elastic stability of such beams and, in particular, is focusing on cross‐sections that are symmetrical about their major axis only, like channel or sigma profiles, and loaded perpendicular to their axis of symmetry. Their stability has been studied analytically, in accordance to available provisions in the concerned codes, and numerically with two different finite element tools.

Conceptual inspiration from heritage: the design philosophy surrounding the Saudi Arabian Rowshan

Rowshan is a distinctive architectural element and a primary component of the façades of traditional houses in western Saudi Arabia. It is window type primarily made from wood and is incorporated in contemporary architecture to express the identity of the Hejazi architectural heritage without the realization of the advantages of this rich architectural element. This study examines the Rowshan design philosophy by identifying its visual, functional, and structural determinants, and applying them to a model to reflect it in a modern context. The study adopts an analytical approach in addition to interviewing elders who lived in traditional houses. The results show that the Rowshan philosophy must apply all its structural, functional, and aesthetic characteristics like seating function, privacy, visual continuity, use of light, exploitation for shade, and the use of ornamental patterns and, openings, while adopting modularity, flexibility, and adaptability as important principles in its composition. This design philosophy can be a fundamental resource for creative designs to preserve Hejazi architectural identity. This study aims to renew interest in Rowshan elements in contemporary houses in the Mecca region and highlights the advantages of this unique architectural element by applying the Rowshan design philosophy.

Magnetically actuated glaucoma drainage device for regulating intraocular pressure after implantation

The key risk factor for glaucoma is increased intraocular pressure (IOP). Glaucoma drainage devices implanted in the eye can reduce IOP and thus stop disease progression. However, most devices currently used in clinical practice are passive and do not allow for postsurgical IOP control, which may result in serious complications such as hypotony (i.e., excessively low IOP). To enable noninvasive IOP control, we demonstrate a novel, miniature glaucoma implant that will enable the repeated adjustment of the hydrodynamic resistance after implantation. This is achieved by integrating a magnetic microvalve containing a micropencil-shaped plug that is moved using an external magnet, thereby opening or closing fluidic channels. The microplug is made from biocompatible poly(styrene-block-isobutylene-block-styrene) (SIBS) containing iron microparticles. The complete implant consists of an SIBS drainage tube and a housing element containing the microvalve and fabricated with hot embossing using femtosecond laser-machined glass molds. Using in vitro and ex vivo microfluidic experiments, we demonstrate that when the microvalve is closed, it can provide sufficient hydrodynamic resistance to overcome hypotony. Valve function is repeatable and stable over time. Due to its small size, our implant is a promising, safe, easy-to-implant, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery device.

THE YEMENI ARCHITECTURE INFLUENCED THE CULTURE IN THE TOWER HOUSE IN BAB AL YEMEN, SANA’A

This paper study on the traditional tower house in Old City Sana’a as known as Bab al Yemen. It focusing how the local context with lifestyle and culture determine the traditional architecture and design in Bab al Yemen and different regions of Yemen and Arab regions, according to nature, climatic conditions, culture, traditional values, and native knowledge. Overview for architecture and design during the twentieth century, civilisation and the Islam perspective in the Arab region, and selected the traditional tower house in Yemen as a case study. In addition to the analysis the traditional tower house form and layout in Sana’a city, the design and elements of the house; spatial organization, construction systems and building materials, and window openings included ornaments patterns. The study summarises the aspects of lifestyle and culture in the traditional house as an ancient traditional knowledge for character of architecture and design. In conclusion, the traditional tower house in Bab al Yemen, designed according to the local context and indigenous traditional knowledge, have influenced traditional tower house architecture; the house elements and design satisfies the lifestyle and culture aspects. This includes design aspects related to the house layout, the application of traditional design, the traditional building material, the Islamic values in house design, the exterior appearance of the house and lifestyle aspect. heritage and indigenous traditional knowledge toward sustainable architecture.

Исследование поперечной устойчивости высокоскоростного подвижного состава при выходе из тоннеля

Purpose: Numerical simulation of aerodynamic interaction of a moving high-speed train with a wind load applied to the side surface of the train body elements during its exit from the tunnel to the open space is considered. The stability of the rolling stock was assessed according to the criterion of the minimum pressure of the weight load on the wheel. Methods: CFD modeling allows you to significantly expand the amount of information about the interaction of rolling stock with incoming air flow in various environmental conditions. Results: During numerical modeling, the pressure values on the surface of the housing elements of the composition in the overpressure zones and the underpressure zones were obtained. Besides, areas of application of these loads on car surface are defined. Practical significance: It was established that in case of exceeding the speed of air masses by 20% higher than the maximum recorded on the terrain of the northeastern plateau of the right bank of Angren in the prevailing wind direction, an unacceptable decrease in the weight load on the front trolley on the left wheel is possible.