In this blog post, we’ll examine the relationship between capacity and demand—the fundamental principle for assessing a building’s structural safety—as well as the significance of safety factors used in structural design. Buildings must be sturdy. If a building isn’t strong enough, an accident can lead to catastrophic consequences. Even decades later, the Sampoong Department Store collapse...
Can a building collapse when exposed to heat? How can we prevent thermal expansion and cracking in buildings?
In this blog post, we’ll examine the causes of thermal expansion and cracking that occur when buildings are exposed to heat, explore the role of expansion joints in preventing these issues, and use the principles of architectural engineering to reflect on human relationships as well. The built environment is an inseparable part of our lives, not only in South Korea but everywhere in the...
Why is it important to set up a dedicated communication network to ensure seamless cell phone use inside buildings?
In this blog post, we’ll explore why a separate communication network is necessary for stable cell phone use inside buildings, as well as the setup process and cost-sharing options. The Rise of Mobile Data and Smartphone Use The mobile phone market has grown significantly worldwide over the past few decades. Penetration rates have risen to the point where the majority of the global...
Will we finally be able to ditch those cumbersome 3D glasses? How do the latest 3D displays work?
In this blog post, we’ll take a step-by-step look at everything from the principles of human stereoscopic vision to the latest glasses-free 3D display technologies and how they work. “Wow, what a thrilling game! How do you watch Girls’ Generation?” “We watch them in 3D!” Anyone who used to watch TV regularly will remember the 3D TV commercial where Girls’ Generation appeared wearing 3D...
How can we create the right kind of synergy so that both individuals and society can grow together?
In this blog post, we’ll examine the importance of personal responsibility and cooperation—as well as the long-term benefits that proper behavior brings to both individuals and society—through the lens of the free-rider problem in group projects. Why does free-riding keep happening? Have you ever seen the segment “The Cruel History of Group Projects” on the popular comedy show SNL? In the...
If two people share the same memories, could they become the same person?
In this blog post, I’ll explore the philosophical question of whether sharing the same memories makes two people the same person, focusing on the relationship between memory and self-identity. Someone tells you that you were their first love. If you’ve seen the movie ‘Introduction to Architecture’, you’ve probably felt a sense of nostalgia as you recalled memories of your own...
Can Powered Exoskeleton Technology Make Humans Stronger?
In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept, structure, operating principles, and various potential applications of powered exoskeleton technology. Concept and Characteristics of Powered Exoskeleton Technology Science fiction movies feature a variety of futuristic technologies and equipment that spark the audience’s imagination. While these technologies may seem unrealistic at first...
Should the Mandatory Evening Self-Study System Be Abolished?
In this blog post, we will examine how mandatory evening self-study affects students’ right to health, autonomy, and right to education, and explore why it should be transitioned to a voluntary system. Evening self-study, as the name implies, should be a form of self-directed learning that students choose to participate in voluntarily. However, there are still cases where some schools...
Who Has the Potential to Commit Rape?
In this blog post, we will examine how rape can be interpreted from the perspectives of evolutionary biology and the cultural transmission theory known as “memes,” and we will explore both the significance and limitations of these perspectives. Can Rape Be Viewed as a Product of Culture? Recently, there have been reports of women being prosecuted as perpetrators of sexual violence. While...
Isn’t rape a phenomenon that manifests at the population level—and might it be an adaptation?
In this blog post, we’ll examine the meaning of “adaptation” in biology and discuss whether rape can be viewed as an adaptation, focusing on the evolutionary biological debate over whether rape is an adaptation. In everyday life, almost no one reacts positively when they hear the word “rape.” This reflects the fact that in modern society, rape is both a criminal act and a behavior strongly...