An Introduction to Cold Regions Design: Mechanical


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Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and construction managers interested in design of mechanical systems for buildings and other infrastructure in cold regions.




An Introduction to Cold Regions Design: Architectural


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in architectural design of buildings in cold regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION 3. ROOFING 4. ROOF SLOPE 5. EXTERIOR PAINTING 6. CAULKING 7. EXTERIOR DOORS 8. WINDOWS 9. CONDENSATION, VAPOR RETARDER, INSULATION, AND VENTILATION 10. MISCELLANEOUS ARCHITECTURAL REQUIREMENTS.




An Introduction to Road Design for Cold Regions


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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers interested in rod design for cold regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. BASE COURSE AND PAVEMENT COMPOSITION 3. BASE COURSE DESIGN IN AREAS OF NON-FROST-SUSCEPTIBLE SOILS 4. BASE COURSE DESIGN IN AREAS OF FROST-SUSCEPTIBLIE SUBGRADES 5. BASE COURSE DESIGN IN AREAS OF HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS DRAINAGE 6. CORDUROY ROADS 7. BIBLIOGRAPHY




An Introduction to Foundation Design in Cold Regions


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Introductory technical guidance for civil, structural and geotechnical engineers interested in design of foundations for buildings and other infrastructure in cold regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. SELECTION OF FOUNDATION TYPE 2. CONTROL OF HEAT TRANSFER AND DEGRADATION.




An Introduction to Building Design for Cold Regions for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design and construction of buildings in cold and arctic regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION, 3. ROOFING, 4. ROOF SLOPE, 5. EXTERIOR PAINTING, 6. CAULKING, 7. EXTERIOR DOORS, 8. WINDOWS, 9. CONDENSATION, VAPOR RETARDER, INSULATION, AND VENTILATION, 10. MISCELLANEOUS ARCHITECTURAL REQUIREMENTS.







Cold Regions Engineering


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Materials and Structures in Cold Regions


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Materials and Structures in Cold Regions: The Impact of Low Temperatures on Construction Materials and the Structural Behaviour of Structural Members is based on the latest research undertaken at Tianjin University, P.R. China and National University of Singapore. The book provides detailed experimental research on the influences of low temperatures on the mechanical properties of constructional materials and structural behavior of typical structural members at low temperatures, e.g., beams, columns, and walls. The theoretical and numerical models in the book on structural members at low temperatures simplifies and provides guidelines for structural engineers working on cold-region projects.The book blends the fundamental development of concepts with the practical specification of materials and structures at low temperatures. - Provides detailed experimental research on the influence of low temperatures on the mechanical properties of constructional materials, and structural behavior of typical structural members at low temperatures, e.g., beams, columns, and walls - Covers fundamental development of concepts, with the practical specification of materials and structures at low temperatures - Presents the latest research, undertaken at Tianjin University, P.R. China and the National University of Singapore, Singapore




Foundation Engineering Handbook


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More than ten years have passed since the first edition was published. During that period there have been a substantial number of changes in geotechnical engineering, especially in the applications of foundation engineering. As the world population increases, more land is needed and many soil deposits previously deemed unsuitable for residential housing or other construction projects are now being used. Such areas include problematic soil regions, mining subsidence areas, and sanitary landfills. To overcome the problems associated with these natural or man-made soil deposits, new and improved methods of analysis, design, and implementation are needed in foundation construction. As society develops and living standards rise, tall buildings, transportation facilities, and industrial complexes are increasingly being built. Because of the heavy design loads and the complicated environments, the traditional design concepts, construction materials, methods, and equipment also need improvement. Further, recent energy and material shortages have caused additional burdens on the engineering profession and brought about the need to seek alternative or cost-saving methods for foundation design and construction.




Special Report


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