Building construction and materials Books

"Firefighter Essentials: Elevator Rescue Operations" is a comprehensive and authoritative guide written by Zero Mella, a dedicated physician, and experienced fire training instructor. This essential handbook provides firefighters with the knowledge,...

By presenting the reader with a series of key research management questions, this book introduces the novice researcher to a range of research designs and data collection methods. Building an understanding of these choices and how they can impact on the...

As the BIM debate intensifies amongst construction practitioners and policy-makers, this book will help the reader to develop their strategic responses to its challenges and opportunities. Includes UK industry case studies and a survey of international...

The construction industry is undergoing great change particularly with the introduction of digital technologies and the increasing emphasis on sustainability and ethical practice. The fifth edition of New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice introduces...

Open Access at www.routledge.com from SmartCast ERC Advanced Grant Project, this outlines rheology & stiffening control methods for controlling the rheological &stiffening behaviour of fresh self-compacting concrete during casting, by modifying...

This presents practical experiment results on concrete structure performance, with numerical analyses and case studies, and applies elasto-plastic theory to damage mechanics and the modelling of cracks in concrete. It shows mathematical models of...

This book is an authoritative account of the latest developments in fire performance and fire resistant design of thin-walled steel structures. It provides a comprehensive review of recent research, including fire tests of thin-walled steel structural...

The book focuses on applications and case studies of ground-source heat pumps in moderate and cold climates. It details technical aspects and common and uncommon application fields of basic system configurations. Principles of system integrations and...

Recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) as a sustainable material is gaining increasing importance in the construction industry. This book discusses properties, specifications, and applications of RAC and offers readers insight into current research and...

The public health movement involved numerous individuals who made the case for change and put new practices into place. However despite a growing interest in how we understand history to inform current evidence-based practice, there is no book focusing...

If we do stop to think on housing, what do we see? What is housing and what does it do? These seem deceptively simple questions, but they are often left unanswered. The reason for this is that a lot of discourse on housing is really a concern for...

In the last 15 years, the field of fire and gas mapping has grown extensively, yet very little is published on the subject. The text includes deeper discussions on important engineering factors associated with fire and gas detection, along with anecdotes...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

Like a sentinel, The Sacred Heart Church-"La iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús"-sits at the crossroads, atop a hill, overlooking the bucolic green" valle" of Nambé, New Mexico. From the panoramic and hallowed church property, one has clear vistas of...

In this new edition of their leading text, Dainty and Loosemore address key aspects of the HRM function in the context of contemporary construction organizations. Rather than simply update the previous edition, the aim of this second edition is to...

An outline of four quantitative methods for use at different stages of construction which fit within a framework of environmental impact assessment.

The construction process, right through from planning and design to use and demolition, has a major impact on society. Traditionally, concern has been focused on its environmental impact and the quest for sustainability, but this has now extended into...

This book draws together leading-edge research papers from the proceedings of an international conference conducted by a commission (W099) on Safety and Health on Construction Sites of CIB, the international council of building research

Under fire conditions, the strong interactions in structures result in different load-carrying mechanisms and drastic redistributions of internal forces in structural members, which are concentrated at and transferred via connections. Fire safety depends...

Dive into the depths of waterproofing mastery with "Demystifying Waterproofing" The book unravels the complexities of waterproofing, offering insight into the myriad of materials and techniques crucial for safeguarding structures against the elements...

Building Site Log for Foreman, help you to record Construction Project Name,Visitors, Schedule, Problems, Safety Issues, Summary of Work, Employee and many many more ... Our book designed for Foremen to provides a clear, consistent, complete format...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2019 im Fachbereich Ingenieurwissenschaften - Bauingenieurwesen, Note: 1,0, Fachhochschule Münster (Bauingenieurswesen), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Seit vielen Jahren versucht sich die Menschheit möglichst auf einfachem Wege...

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2019 im Fachbereich Ingenieurwissenschaften - Bauingenieurwesen, Note: 1,0, Universität Siegen (Arbeitsgruppe Baukonstruktion, Ingenieurholzbau und Bauphysik), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die vorliegende Bachelorarbeit soll...

Unterweisung / Unterweisungsentwurf aus dem Jahr 2019 im Fachbereich AdA Handwerk / Produktion / Gewerbe - Maler, Lackierer, Fliesenleger, Note: 1,0, , Veranstaltung: Ausbilder Eignung, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die vorliegende Unterweisung befasst...

This textbook describes the basic mechanical features of concrete and explains the main resistant mechanisms activated in the reinforced concrete structures and foundations when subjected to centred and eccentric axial force, bending moment, shear,...

Quand on sait que - du fait notamment de la transformation du calcaire en chaux - la production de ciment Portland est responsable de 7% des émissions de gaz à effet de serre, on comprend pourquoi il importe désormais de trouver comment minimiser...

Henry Adams' book on building construction is considered one of the finest text books of the Edwardian era. First published in 1906, this reprint of the 1912 edition is an ideal reference offering invaluable information on traditional construction...

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Introducing the "OSINT Hacker's Arsenal" Book Bundle!Unlock the Power of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) with our comprehensive book bundle, carefully crafted to take you from a novice to a seasoned OSINT professional. With a combined wealth of...

This book is an exploration of architectural and urban heritage through interdisciplinary and intercultural approaches assessing the impact of historical, social, economic and political constraints on the development of heritage and its sustainability...

"Cybersecurity for Everyone" is a user-friendly and accessible guide that teaches the fundamentals of cybersecurity and provides practical tips, tricks, and tools for enhancing online security and privacy. From identifying and avoiding phishing attacks...

Construction Equipment Management for Engineers, Estimators, and Owners, Second Edition has been extensively rewritten to not only bring it up to date with the state of current practice, but also to serve as a textbook for university courses in...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...