Isbn: 9781332809592 - architectural engineering: with especial reference to high building construction, including many examples of prominent office buildings (classic: with ... prominent office buildings (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Consisting of both a historic overview and a practical guide, this book explores foundational principles for the design of early 20th century high-rise buildings using the skeleton method, later dubbed cage construction. Due to its thorough exploration of the relationship between load-bearing systems, fire protection, and foundation design, both engineers and architects will find value in this practical guidebook. Through detailed illustrations and examples, the author demonstrates important theories and structural concepts with a special emphasis on the significance of terra cotta and concrete as fireproofing materials. The author also provides overviews of typical office building designs, important construction milestones, and best practices for fire protection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…