Technical Design
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Adequate knowledge of fundamental corrosion theory and its application in the construction industry is an essential pre-requisite for effective technical design, specification and detailing of buildings. This highly illustrated book provides authoritative, up-to-date core technical reference information for professionals and students of building design disciplines, including Architectural Technologists, Architects and Building Surveyors and other construction professionals.
Using easily accessible language, it succinctly explains fundamental corrosion science, then applies this theory to common corrosion problems encountered in the built environment. Using illustrated case studies, the book demonstrates how to:
- explain corrosion problems
- design mitigation procedures to delay or halt existing corrosion damage
- improve initial technical design to prevent or limit corrosion in buildings
The book covers the scientific basis for common technical design 'rules of thumb', for traditional and innovative construction practices and for relevant codes of practice and building regulations. Essential, accessible and authoritative, this makes essential reading for anyone considering corrosion issues in their design.
The Promethean gift of fire to mankind has undoubtedly brought many great benefits but if it is not kept under strict control it presents a dangerous threat to both life and property. Throughout history there have been many disastrous fires prompting the introduction of legislation in the form of by-laws and regulations to control the design and siting of buildings.
The consequences of building fires speak for themselves in the necessity to address this vital aspect of design:
- Fire Brigades in UK attend over 425,000 fires every year
- An average of 500 people die annually in fires and a further 14,000 are seriously injured
- Fire damage costs (2004) for England & Wales are estimated to exceed GBP7 billion annually
This book offers a basic understanding of the science related to building fires and sets out principles used to design fire safe buildings. The contents are designed to appeal to built environment practitioners and students in general, and architects and architectural students in particular. In an easy-to-use, accessible and jargon-free format the books provides everything needed to integrate fire safety into your design.