2007-03-25 11:35:32 · 3 answers · asked by killer queen 5 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Skyscrapers also change daily sun patterns creating more shaded areas. This could be a blessing in summer, but with temperature differentials, may even make the wind effects more pronounced.
2007-03-25 13:29:43 · answer #1 · answered by Alf W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Skyscrapers can cause wind-tunnel effects in large cities such as New York City. This can lead to wind loadings on older buildings that were not designed for this type of wind loading when they were built. This is why wind tunnel tests are usually required on large buildings or buildings of irregular shape, so that we can see how the building affects it's environment.
2007-03-25 19:23:50 · answer #2 · answered by Michael H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A community with limited space such as New York City can handle as many more businesses per square foot than can having buildings with single or two stories.
2007-03-25 18:45:42 · answer #3 · answered by ha_mer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋