Timber Bridges (Paperback)

Bridges built in timber are enjoying a significant revival, both for pedestrian and light traffic and increasingly for heavier loadings and longer spans. Timber's high strength-to-weight ratio, combined with the ease and speed of construction inherent in the off-site prefabrication methods used, make a timber bridge a suitable option in many different scenarios. This handbook gives technical guidance on forms, materials, structural design and construction techniques suitable for both small and large timber bridges. Eurocode 5 Part Two (BS EN 1995-2) for the first time provides an international standard for the construction of timber bridges, removing a potential obstacle for engineers where timber construction for bridges has not - in recent centuries at least - been usual. Clearly illustrated throughout, this guide explains how to make use of this oldest construction material in a modern context to create sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, practical and durable bridges. Worldwide examples include Tourand Creek Bridge, Canada; Toijala, Finland; Punt la Resgia, Switzerland; Pont de Crest, France; Almorere Pylon Bridge, the Netherlands.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2019
First published:	1995
Authors:	Christopher J. Mettem
Dimensions:	276 x 219mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-38274-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > General
LSN:	0-367-38274-1
Barcode:	9780367382742

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