The stone skeleton : structural engineering of masonry architecture / Jacques Heyman, Emeritus Professor of Engineering, University of Cambridge.
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TextLanguage: English Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 1995©1995 Edition: First paperback edition: 1997Description: x, 160 pages : illustrations ; 24 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 0521472709 (hardback)Subject(s): Building, Stone | Structural analysis (Engineering) | Plastic analysis (Engineering)LOC classification: TA676 .H49 1997Summary: In this book, Heyman provides a thorough and intuitive understanding of masonry structures such as arch bridges, Greek temples, and Gothic cathedrals. Although the approach is firmly scientific, the author does not use complex mathematics. He introduces the basis of masonry analysis in the first two chapters, after which he considers individual structures--including piers, pinnacles, towers, vaults and domes--in more detail. This lucid and informative text will be of particular interest to structural engineers, practicing architects and others involved in the renovation and care of old stone buildings.
| Item type | Current library | Shelving location | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Books | MEF Üniversitesi Kütüphanesi | Genel Koleksiyon | TA 676 .H49 1997 (Browse shelf (Opens below)) | Available | 0018508 |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 155-156) and index.
In this book, Heyman provides a thorough and intuitive understanding of masonry structures such as arch bridges, Greek temples, and Gothic cathedrals. Although the approach is firmly scientific, the author does not use complex mathematics. He introduces the basis of masonry analysis in the first two chapters, after which he considers individual structures--including piers, pinnacles, towers, vaults and domes--in more detail. This lucid and informative text will be of particular interest to structural engineers, practicing architects and others involved in the renovation and care of old stone buildings.