Understand how compression and shear drive safe masonry design.
This practical guide explains the stresses that cause masonry failure and shows simple calculations you can use in real projects. It focuses on compression and shear, with classic rules and tested relationships drawn from early 20th‑century research. The text guides engineers and builders through stone strength, arch behavior, vaults, and the role of joints and friction in supporting structures.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book serves as an accessible introduction to stone stresses for those interested in masonry pursuits. Providing essential knowledge for understanding stone strength and behavior under stress, the book's theoretical grounding is rooted in the author's extensive research. The author adeptly guides readers through historical practices, including the construction of arches, retaining walls, and other complex masonry structures, highlighting the evolution of understanding in stone stress analysis. Essential reading for anyone working with stone or interested in its engineering properties, this book offers a comprehensive and practical approach to a timeless subject. 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 9781333618834_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-9781333618834
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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-9781333618834
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 158 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.34 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1333618832
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