What is the difference between a ribbed vault and a groin vault

Question

asked Jul 10, 2021 140k views

2 Answers

← Prev Question Next Question →

Ask a Question

Mtk · Answer 1 · 2021-07-12T18:27:17+0000

Answer:

Rib vaults are groin vaults with extra stone ribbing.

A groin (or cross) vault is formed by the perpendicular intersection of two barrel vaults. A rib (or ribbed) vault is supported by a series of arched diagonal ribs that divide the vault's surface into panels.

What is the difference between a ribbed vault and a groin vault

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Please log in or register to answer this question.

2 Answers

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Related questions

Categories

Other Questions

What is the difference between a ribbed vault and a groin vault​

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Please log in or register to answer this question.

2 Answers

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Please log in or register to add a comment.

Related questions

Categories

Other Questions

What is the difference between a ribbed vault and a groin vault