9781331942962 (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a deep dive into the foundational knowledge required for practicing civil engineering. It begins by classifying building materials available to the civil engineer in the early 19th century, from which technical insights into the properties, composition, strengths, and weaknesses of stones, woods, and metals used in building construction are derived. The author emphasizes the importance of material science for the engineer, noting that informed material selection is essential to satisfy economy and quality workmanship in any construction project. Beyond its focus on the properties of materials, the book also instructs in the principles of masonry, carpentry, and construction of roads, bridges, canals, rivers, and sea-coast improvements. Whether discussing the necessary qualities of cut stone, the uses of timber, or the proportioning of ingredients in mortar, the author relates technical insight to practical construction, demonstrating how an understanding of materials science allows engineers to create enduring, safe, and functional structures. This book is a valuable resource for its wealth of information on the basic elements of civil engineering, revealing how the science of materials forms the backbone of lasting construction projects. Its guidance remains relevant to anyone interested in the art and science of building. 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.