Building construction and materials Books

This practical and design-oriented book focuses on ground characterization and structural calculation, as part of the active structural design methodology. With a focus on rock tunnelling it offers a comprehensive rather than a topic-based perspective,...

This book shows how diverse data models and web technologies can be created and used for the built environment. This book will serve as a guide and reference for experts and professionals in AEC computing and digital construction including Master...

In this classic work of engineering, Robert Wilson lays out the principles of designing and constructing boiler and factory chimneys that are both safe and efficient. Using practical examples and detailed diagrams, Wilson shows how to calculate the size,...

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...

Dies ist das maßgebliche Handbuch für den Einstieg in die Sperrtechnik. Hier werden Sie die Geheimnisse des Handwerks entdecken. Das Studium dieses Buches, Übung und Anwendung der vorgestellten Methoden ermöglicht Ihnen das Öffnen der meisten modernen...

Guidelines tell how to avoid the pitfalls associated with buying or contracting to build a new home.

Preface. Part I: Methods in Rigid Multibody Dynamics. Constrained Multibody Dynamics; R.A. Wehage, M.J. Belczynski. Construction of the Equations of Motion for Multibody Dynamics Using Point and Joint Coordinates; P.E. Nikravesh, H.A. Affifi. ...

In order to facilitate detailed solar system simulations and to make such simulations readily available to solar engineers in their daily practice of system dimensioning and performance calculations, user friendly software for personal computers has been...

Selecting the best materials, techniques and systems for each project and then specifying them correctly to meet all the requirements of quality, time, value, constructability, maintenance and durability is a fundamental aspect of architectural design...

Heritage Marketing is a new and clearly written textbook that systematically addresses the principles of marketing as applied to the heritage sector. The 'heritage industry' and its growing importance internationally is defined, as is how it links with...

This handbook on information security was originally published for businesses in 1989. The book's intent was to acquaint the reader with the basics of information security. It did this by looking at what is best described as business intelligence. ...

Build like a pro. Learn the management and quality secrets of today's most successful builders!Some Assembly Required... is a true instruction manual for building your own home. Whether you act as your own general contractor or hire a builder, Some...

This book provides a comprehensive guide for the analysis and design of anchor systems used for mooring offshore floating structures. Much of the experience is based on applications toward the offshore oil and gas industry, but the substantial potential...

A major new reference book bringing together wide-ranging expert guidance on coastal engineering, including harbours and estuaries. It covers both traditional engineering topics and the fast developing areas of mathematical modelling and computer...

This book examines the state-of-the-art on plants and fibres as building materials for low cost construction, emphasizing their use, properties, fabrication, new procedures and future developments. It makes available research results on new techniques...

This book serves as a guide for discovering pathways to more efficient energy use. The first part of the book illustrates basic laws of energy conversion and principles of thermodynamics. Laws of energy conservation and direction of energy conversion are...

This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic...

Sprayed concrete lined (SCL) tunnels are growing rapidly in popularity due to their versatility. The design and construction of both hard rock and soft ground tunnels has been revolutionised by the advent of the SCL method and now the use of permanent...

Do you have any idea? To live an efficient life, we must first understand how we function (as well as how others think and behave). Although we share many characteristics with other people, each of us is unique. There would be no individuality or...

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2017 im Fachbereich Ingenieurwissenschaften - Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen, Note: 1,0, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Der weltweiten Baubranche wird das größte und wirtschaftlich...

In spite of increased interest in game-based learning, relatively little is known about the learning process in games. One of the biggest problems of educational games has been the inadequate integration of ...

Business Process Reengineering (BPR) is considered to be the fastest methodology to be used in order to improve business process in a current fast-changing environment. BPR attempts to achieve dramatic improvements in critical measures of performance by...

The properties along the American Coast are one of the mast sought after properties in the United States. People are swarming to buy or build on beach property on the Atlantic Gulf and Pacific Coast. The increase in population and building has created...

The deep mixing (DM) method developed in Japan and Sweden in the 1970s has gained popularity worldwide. The DM-improved ground is a composite system comprising stiff stabilized soil and unstabilized soft soil, which necessitates geotechnical...

Nanomaterials can markedly improve the mechanical properties of concrete, as well as reduce the porosity and enhance the durability of concrete. The application of nanotechnology in concrete is still in its infancy. However, an ever-growing demand for...

This book explores the use of hydrated lime and mineral oil in concrete to reduce water permeability. It presents experimental results and discusses the benefits of this combination for concrete durability.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This comprehensive reference work covers all aspects of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. With detailed information on system design, installation, and maintenance, it is an essential resource for HVAC professionals and students alike...

This book is a comprehensive history of fire fighting techniques from the early days of bucket brigades to the modern flying squadrons. Herbert Theodore Jenness covers the evolution of equipment and tactics, as well as notable fires and firefighters...

Originally published in 1910, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the production, properties, and uses of cement, an essential building material of the modern era. The authors cover a range of topics related to cement, including the science of...

Dieses Standardwerk stellt detailliert die verschiedenen Konstruktionen von Wänden, Öffnungen, Balconen, Erkern sowie Geländern am Bau dar. Egal ob im Neubau, bei Restaurierungen von Altbauten oder allgemeinen Bauarbeiten; dieses Buch ist ein...

This technical journal from the International Union of Elevator Constructors features articles, news, and updates about the elevator industry. With a focus on safety and quality, this publication is a vital resource for elevator professionals and anyone...