Wood and wood-based materials for building : a compendium for civil engineers and architects /

Wood and wood-based materials are taking centre stage in contemporary architecture - from striking multi-storey structures to innovative urban designs. Understanding their properties is essential to avoid costly mistakes and to apply standards such as Eurocode 5 with confidence.This book offers a cl...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Other Authors: Niemz, Peter (Editor), Sandberg, Dick (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Abingdon : CRC Press, 2026.
Edition:First edition.
Subjects:
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Description
Summary:Wood and wood-based materials are taking centre stage in contemporary architecture - from striking multi-storey structures to innovative urban designs. Understanding their properties is essential to avoid costly mistakes and to apply standards such as Eurocode 5 with confidence.This book offers a clear, practical overview of the key physical and mechanical characteristics of major wood species and wood-based products - including moisture behaviour, elasticity, creep, and strength. It also addresses crucial topics such as protection, fire performance, bonding, and non-destructive monitoring of timber structures.Whether you are an architect, civil engineer, or a professional in the wood industry, this is your go-to reference for designing and building with timber. It is equally valuable as an introduction for mechanical engineers, chemists, automation specialists, and vocational students entering the field.
Item Description:"CRC Press"
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations.
Audience:Postgraduate and Professional
ISBN:9781003411994
1003411991
9781040436202
104043620X
9781040436158
1040436153