Durability of Materials and Structures in Building and Civil Engineering

This notable book discusses the durability of construction materials in a variety of structures and in diverse environmental conditions. A weal of information including numerous examples and case studies is provided by a team of international experts.

Summary

Discussing the durability of construction materials in the context of structures, this book also deals with steel, concrete, timber, masonry, aluminium, plastics and composites. Each chapter is augmented by examples illustrating the durability of elements in a structure, the performance of materials, and any problems encountered with durability.

Product details

• Assisted by: Dr. John W. Bull (Editor), John W. Bull (Editor), C. W. (Dr) Yu (Editor), Jason C. Yu (Editor)
• Publisher: Whittles Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 26.10.2006
• EAN: 9781870325585
• ISBN: 978-1-870325-58-5
• No. of pages: 458
• Dimensions: 161 mm x 243 mm x 38 mm
• Weight: 1040 g
• Illustrations: illustrations, index
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Structural and environmental engineering; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Quality Control, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Civil / General, Konstruktiver Ingenieurbau, Baustatik, Technology & Industrial Arts, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Structural