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Glulam Materials and Structures: Durability and Sustainability in Construction

Glulam Materials and Structures: Durability and Sustainability in Construction

Gao, Shan
Xu, Man
Guo, Nan

Paperback

Series: Woodhead Publishing Civil and Structural Engineering

Technology & EngineeringGeneral Architecture

PREORDER - Expected ship date September 1, 2026

ISBN10: 0443450285
ISBN13: 9780443450280
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Published: Sep 1 2026
Pages: 350
Language: English
Glulam Materials and Structures: Durability and Sustainability in Construction offers a specialized exploration of the latest innovations relating to this environmentally-friendly technology, emphasizing its durability, performance, and expanding use in construction. The book analyzes the materials' response to extreme environments, focusing on critical factors like high-temperature exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and corrosive atmospheres, providing new perspectives into how glulam performs under these challenging conditions. Sections also cover cutting-edge advances in glulam beam designs, prestressed joints, and glulam--steel composite members, diving into their mechanical properties and environmental impact.

The integration of sophisticated testing methods and equipment, simulation techniques, and performance prediction theories adds significant value to discussions, making this volume an indispensable resource for readers looking to optimize engineered wood products' potential in both new and existing structures. Drawing from the authors' extensive research, this work also delivers detailed case studies that demonstrate how glulam has been applied in real-world projects.

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