This book/CD-ROM guide explains what the law requires and what protection it offers for construction contractors and gives tips on avoiding common pitfalls when setting up a company, drawing up contra
From parking garages to roads and bridges, to structural concrete, this comprehensive book describes the causes, effects and remedies for concrete wear and failure. Hundreds of clear illustrations sh
The third edition of Carpentry and Joinery 1 is the first in a series of three books which together provide an authoritative but thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students follow
This two-part, eight-tape series uses live action video and professional-quality animations to introduce viewers to automotive suspension and steering basics. Whether used independently, or as a supp
This two-part, eight-tape series uses live action video and professional-quality animations to introduce viewers to automotive suspension and steering basics. Whether used independently, or as a supp
A major revision of the comprehensive text/referenceWritten by world-leading geotechnical engineers who share almost 100 years of combined experience, Slope Stability and Stabilization, Second Edition
This textbook introduces finite element analysis, moving gradually from simple concepts to more advanced theories. Practical matters are also discussed, including modeling for finite element analysis
Since the appearance of the first edition of 'Energy Simulation in Building Design', the use of computer-based appraisal tools to solve energy design problems within buildings has grown rapidly. A le
This all-new, state-of-the-art series provides future automotive technicians with a complete and detailed introduction to batteries, charging systems, and starting systems. Each of these key topic ar
This book reviews the general theory of strategy, relates it to the particular circumstances of the construction industry, and shows how it can be applied in practice. It brings together ideas from ec
Based on the author's extensive experience, this book presents recent advances in systems theory and methodology for infrastructure engineering. It highlights modern approaches to the analysis, design
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Written for graduate students and structural engineers, this book formulates and solves the complex engineering design problems with which deployable structures are associated. Chapters discuss earth
First published in 1972, The Great Bridge is the classic account of one of the greatest engineering feats of all time. Winning acclaim for its comprehensive look at the building of the Brooklyn Bridg
