Structural Analysis
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ISBN: 9781337630931
Author: KASSIMALI, Aslam.
Publisher: Cengage,
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Q: (i) How to orient a hospital building so that it can get maximum natural light and ventilation. Please describe the reason why you are selecting the particular type of orientation.
(ii) And which type of material should be used for constructing doors,windows and ventilators.Also give the reason behind your decision.
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