Modern Construction Handbook

Andrew Watts

Published by Birkhäuser 2016

Modern Construction Handbook

Andrew Watts

https://doi.org/10.1515/9783035607710

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A systematic presentation

Modern Construction Handbook has become a modern classic of building construction literature. In the USA, it is used as a reference work for many architectural courses. With the chapters "Material", "Wall", "Roof", "Structure", "Environment" and "Applications" it systematically explores the subject and provides a clear and efficient structure to the reader.
For the fourth edition, many of the 3D illustrations have been updated and, likewise, the technical information has been brought up to date. "Applications" showcases current developments, such as those relating to mass customization manufacture of components, and presents material and construction innovations.

A compact and systematic handbook filled with information, produced for students and young architects alike.

All important aspects of construction in six main chapters
All illustrations in neutral 3D drawings
Only available in hardcover, paperback edition is out of print

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Andrew Watts, chartered engineer, founder of Newtecnic, lecturer Cambridge University and University of Westminster

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Frontmatter Publicly Available Download PDF	1
Contents Publicly Available Download PDF	2
Introduction
Introduction to fourth edition Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	5
Structure and envelope Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	8
Parametric design Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	14
1. Materials
Steel Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	19
Aluminium Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	26
Copper, zinc, lead Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	32
Stone Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	36
Glass Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	40
Concrete Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	46
Fibre reinforced concrete Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	52
Ceramics Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	56
Timber Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	60
Polymers Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	66
Material testing Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	74
2. Walls
Trends in facade design Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	77
Generic wall types Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	84
Metal Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	86
Glass systems Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	110
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3. Roofs
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Metal roofs Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	200
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Concrete roofs Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	236
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Fabric systems Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	268
4. Structure
Material systems for structures Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	281
Elements of structures Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	284
Braced frames Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	286
Portal frames Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	298
Loadbearing boxes Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	302
Trusses Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	314
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Space grids Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	322
Floor structures Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	332
Stairs Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	340
5. Environment
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Analysis for design Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	354
Low energy material systems Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	382
Active design Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	388
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6. Applications
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2 Triangular panels for twisted facades Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	422
3 Twisted panels with flat glass for curved facades Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	424
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7. References
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Language: English
Publisher: Birkhäuser
Pages
- Main content: 504
Illustrations
- Coloured Illustrations: 1500
Keywords: Baukonstruktion; Architektur; Innovation; Handbuch; Andrew Watts

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Published: May 24, 2016
ISBN: 9783035607710

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