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Understanding the Construction Client
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell | ISBN: 1405129786 | edition 2006 | PDF | 328 pages | 11 mb
This book breaks new ground by creating a framework to understand clients' actions and needs. Most construction management books focus on improving the construction process; this one focuses on a better engagement with the client. It challenges conceptions of both the construction industry and clients' businesses so that a more effective process and greater client satisfaction can be achieved. The book suggests that 'buildings are not about building but about changing and developing the client'. The technical, organisational and psychological aspects of this are described and analysed in detail so that current experience can be explained and better practice determined.
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Dictionary of Islamic Architecture
Publisher: Routledge | ISBN: 0415213320 | edition 1999 | PDF | 352 pages | 5 mb
This resource provides an alphabetically arranged overview of the history of Islamic architecture. It consists of hundreds of entries focusing on geographical, archaeological, historical, and architectural terminology (from many languages). Every entry begins with a simple, one-sentence definition (for some technical terms there is no further explanation); most then continue with an expanded explanation from one paragraph to multiple pages in length.Many of the longer entries also include limited "Further reading" lists and "See also" references to other terms. Accompanying most entries are illustrations in the form of photographs, plans, maps, and drawings: these are especially effective when discussing architectural details unique to Islamic buildings. Critics may question the selection of entries on specific monuments, the paucity of information on modern developments, and the lack of a detailed index. However, considering its well-illustrated broad coverage of the subject and inclusion of the non-Arab Islamic world, this volume will prove an invaluable addition to any library with an interest in architecture or Islamic studies.
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The first practical design book for the structural engineer using the new Performance-Based Plastic Design (PBPD) method.
This innovative design guide discusses the Performance-Based Plastic Design (PBPD) method for earthquake resistant steel structures recently developed by author Subhash C. Goel and his associates. PBPD is a direct design method that produces final designs requiring no or minimal iteration as opposed to what is generally required in current practice.
The PBPD method produces structures with targeted and predictable response in a direct manner.The text is filled with formulas, tables, and drawings to assist the practicing engineer as well as graduate student in understanding this highly technical, yet innovative and effective, design method.
Incorporating masonry requeriments in the application of the National Building Regulations
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TRANSFER LENGTH, DEVELOPMENT LENGTH, FLEXURAL STRENGTH, AND PRESTRESS LOSS EVALUATION IN PRETENSIONED SELF-CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE MEMBERS
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ABSTRACT
The first objective of this thesis was to determine the effect of using self-consolidating
concrete versus normal concrete on transfer and development lengths, and flexural strengths of
prestressed members. Three small rectangular members were made, two cast with SCC mixes
and one cast with a conventional mix, to determine the transfer length of each mix. Transfer
lengths of both ends of each member were determined by measuring the concrete surface strains.
The change in the transfer length was monitored by determining the transfer length of each
member at prestress release, 7 days after release, and 28 days after release. All concrete mixes
had lower than code determined transfer lengths at prestress release. Each concrete mix showed between a 12 to 56 percent increase in transfer length after 28 days. One SCC mix exceeded the ACI code stipulated 50 strand diameters 7 days after prestress transfer. The other SCC mix was consistently below the transfer length of the conventional concrete.
Separate development length members were cast in a stay-in-place steel form used for
creating structural double tees. Each development length member was a stub tee. Iterative load
testing was performed to determine the development length of each SCC and conventional mix.
Development lengths for both SCC mixes were approximately 20 percent shorter than ACI and
AASHTO code predictions. A development length for the conventional concrete was not
determined due to non-repeating test data. The flexural strength of each member was determined during load testing. All concrete mixes achieved higher than the ACI predicted strengths.
The second objective of this thesis was to experimentally measure prestress losses and
compare these experimental values to theoretical models. Crack initiation and crack reopening
tests were performed to experimentally determine the prestress losses in each member. Three
theoretical models were evaluated, the sixth edition PCI Design Handbook suggested model, a
1975 PCI Committee on Prestress Losses model, and the AASHTO LRFD prestress loss model.
The crack initiation experimental values tended to be between 10 and 15 percent lower than
theoretical models. In general, the crack reopening prediction of the effective prestress had a good correlation with theoretical models.
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Highways Department (HyD) of Hong Kong SAR is turning their idea for a world class bridge across Rambler Channel at the entrance to Kwai Chung Container Port into reality. Due to the spectacular location, HyD selected the concept for the bridge through an international design Competition. The competition took place in the first half of 2000 and the winning concept was a cable-stayed structure with freestanding towers located between twin box girder decks. The 1018m main span is in steel,
while the four back spans each side are in concrete. The two towers stand on shore, providing unobstructed access to the busy container port with a minimum navigation headroom of 73.5m.
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Author: James E. Piper
Publisher: Fairmont Press (February 2004) | ISBN: 0881733210 | Pages: 452 | PDF | 1.9 MB
This practical guide is designed for facility and maintenance managers who are facing "repair or replace" decisions for their buildings. Filled with useful information and resources to aid in the decision process, this hands-on reference will show you how to accurately rate the condition of existing equipment and components, effectively assess your options, and avoid making costly mistakes. Detailed step-by-step instructions are provided, along with forms listing specific criteria identified for rating each building component.
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