Reinforcement of Timber Elements in Existing Structures

Reinforcement of Timber Elements in Existing Structures
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 271
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ISBN-10 : 9783030677947
ISBN-13 : 303067794X
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Book Synopsis Reinforcement of Timber Elements in Existing Structures by : Jorge Branco

Download or read book Reinforcement of Timber Elements in Existing Structures written by Jorge Branco and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-04-30 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By presenting the work of the RILEM Technical Committee 245-RTE, the book provides an overview of the existing techniques for the reinforcement of timber elements, joints and structures. It consists of two parts: part I examines state-of-the-art information on reinforcement techniques, summarizes the current status of standardization, and covers STS, GiR, FRP and nanotechnology. In part II several applications of reinforcement are discussed: these include traditional structures, traditional timber frame walls, light-frame shear walls, roofs, floors, and carpentry joints. The book will benefit academics, practitioners, industry and standardization committees interested in the reinforcement of existing timber elements, joints and structures.


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