Building Structures - understanding the basics (Paperback, 3rd edition)

This is a one-stop book for knowing everything important about building structures. Self-contained and with no prerequisites needed, it is suitable for both general readers and building professionals. follow the history of structural understanding; grasp the concepts of structural behaviour via step-by-step explanations; apply these concepts to a simple building; see how these concepts apply to real buildings, from Durham Cathedral to the Bank of China; use these concepts to define the design process; see how these concepts inform design choices; understand how engineering and architecture have diverged, and what effect this had; learn to do simple but relevant numerical calculations for actual structures; understand when dynamics are important; follow the development of progressive collapse prevention; enter the world of modern structural theory; see how computers can be used for structural analysis; learn how to organise and design a successful project. With more than 500 pages and over 1100 user-friendly diagrams, this book is a must for anyone who would like to understand the fascinating world of structures.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2017
First published:	2017
Authors:	Malcolm Millais
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 30mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	568
Edition:	3rd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-11975-8
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Architectural structure & design Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Building construction & materials > General
LSN:	1-138-11975-X
Barcode:	9781138119758

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