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Elements Of Practical Construction, Part 1, Structures In Direct Tension And Compression: For The Use Of Students In Engineering And Architecture (187

Elements Of Practical Construction, Part 1, Structures In Direct Tension And Compression: For The Use Of Students In Engineering And Architecture (187

Downing, Samuel

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ISBN10: 1164632086
ISBN13: 9781164632085
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.19
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Elements of Practical Construction, Part 1, Structures in Direct Tension and Compression is a book written by Samuel Downing and published in 1875. The book is intended to be used as a resource for students studying engineering and architecture. It focuses on the practical aspects of construction, specifically structures that are subject to direct tension and compression forces. The book covers a range of topics including the properties of materials, the calculation of stresses and strains, and the design of structural elements. It also includes detailed explanations and illustrations of various construction techniques, such as the use of iron and steel, masonry, and timber. The author, Samuel Downing, was a prominent engineer and architect of the time, and his expertise is evident throughout the book. He provides clear and concise explanations of complex concepts, making the book accessible to readers with varying levels of knowledge and experience. Overall, Elements of Practical Construction, Part 1, Structures in Direct Tension and Compression is a valuable resource for students and professionals in the fields of engineering and architecture. Its practical approach and detailed explanations make it a useful reference for anyone involved in the design and construction of structures subject to direct tension and compression forces.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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