Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This instructional guide to building construction and engineering, written in the early 1900s, provides a framework for understanding the art of building. The author, Captain John S. Sewell of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, offers insights into engineering principles that can be applied to diverse structures like Gothic cathedrals and modern buildings. This book emphasizes the importance of understanding materials and structural design, advocating for the use of steel beams and fireproofing to create safe and durable buildings. The author also discusses the challenges of building on various soil conditions and provides guidance on essential considerations like foundations, water proofing, and lighting. This book offers valuable insights, especially for those interested in the history and evolution of building practices. It demonstrates how engineering principles have shaped the way we construct buildings, ensuring their strength, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330592243_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330592243
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330592243
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)