Abstract
This Text presents the most traditional and familiar structural materials: steel, concrete, masonry, timber and glass.
Material data are presented followed by a summary of the specific manufacturing techniques and key material characteristics that must be understood in order to make safe and best use of their engineering properties. Recommended resources for further reading are also provided.
Material data are presented followed by a summary of the specific manufacturing techniques and key material characteristics that must be understood in order to make safe and best use of their engineering properties. Recommended resources for further reading are also provided.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 1-51 |
| Number of pages | 51 |
| Volume | 7 |
| Specialist publication | The Essential Knowledge Series |
| Publisher | Institution of Structural Engineers |
| Publication status | Published - 1 May 2016 |