Concrete and masonry movements /

Widely used in the construction of bridges, dams and pavements, concrete and masonry are two of the world's most utilized construction materials. However, many engineers lack a proper understanding of the methods for predicting and mitigating their movements within a structure. Concrete and Mas...

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Main Author: Brooks, J. J. (Author)
Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford, UK : Butterworth-Heinemann, [2014]
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Widely used in the construction of bridges, dams and pavements, concrete and masonry are two of the world's most utilized construction materials. However, many engineers lack a proper understanding of the methods for predicting and mitigating their movements within a structure. Concrete and Masonry Movements provides practical methods for predicting and preventing movement in concrete and masonry, saving time and money in retrofitting and repair cost. With this book in hand, engineers will discover new prediction models for masonry such as: irreversible moisture expansion of clay bricks, elas.
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:012801525X
9780128015254
9780128017678
0128017678
9781322078694
1322078696