One problem with this system is limited span capacity, leading to the need for additional support It consists of two vertical posts (columns or piers) supporting a horizontal beam (lintel or architrave) across their tops. Although the parthenon has stood for centuries, it experienced issues related to the weight of the stone used to construct the lintels. It can be used on a smaller scale to build houses, or a monumental scale to build temples, palaces, and state buildings. The greek refinement of post and lintel structures forms a _____ for buildings around the world and across the centuries. Problems can include limitations on the possible span between posts and structural failure if the lintel cracks under weight.
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