Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings - Hardcover

Atkinson, Michael F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1138408786 ISBN 13: 9781138408784

Publisher: CRC Press, 2018

Synopsis

The Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings has been written to assist professionals and students involved in building construction to identify causes of structural failure. Each chapter carefully addresses design, materials and workmanship factors which contribute to structural defects. The main structural elements - roofs, walls, floors and foundations - are all covered and illustrated by case studies. The book also contains relevant data and guidance to show how all the different building elements should be designed and constructed.

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About the Author

Michael F. Atkinson is a highly experienced civil and structural engineer, and has been Engineering Manager for the National House Building Council (North) since 1984. A Fellow of the Institute of Structural Engineers and a Member of the Institute of Civil Engineers, he has over forty-two years' experience in the construction industry.

Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138408786
• ISBN 13: 9781138408784
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240