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Climatic aspects in rural settlement development in hot, arid zones: A case study of the Central Jordan Valley
AbstractThe characteristics of hot, arid climates include: slight precipitation, high temperature in the summer, low temperature in the winter, low humidity, strong winds and dust storms. These climatic conditions of the hot, arid zones create an uncomfortable environment for man.The state of Israel has performed a major settlement operation in the Jordan Valley in terms of both time and space. The climate of this valley conforms to the above-mentioned desert conditions. The research examined the operation of this settlement development.The methodology of this research was conducted on three levels: a regional level, a local or settlement structure level and the level of building design. On the basis of these conclusions, the research suggests some climate principles for consideration in development of settlement activities and planning in hot, arid zones.
Climatic aspects in rural settlement development in hot, arid zones: A case study of the Central Jordan Valley
AbstractThe characteristics of hot, arid climates include: slight precipitation, high temperature in the summer, low temperature in the winter, low humidity, strong winds and dust storms. These climatic conditions of the hot, arid zones create an uncomfortable environment for man.The state of Israel has performed a major settlement operation in the Jordan Valley in terms of both time and space. The climate of this valley conforms to the above-mentioned desert conditions. The research examined the operation of this settlement development.The methodology of this research was conducted on three levels: a regional level, a local or settlement structure level and the level of building design. On the basis of these conclusions, the research suggests some climate principles for consideration in development of settlement activities and planning in hot, arid zones.
Climatic aspects in rural settlement development in hot, arid zones: A case study of the Central Jordan Valley
Potchter, Oded (author)
Energy and Buildings ; 11 ; 73-89
1988-01-01
17 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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