The Maintenance of brick and stone masonry structures. (2020)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Edited by A.M. Sowden.
• Editors: Sowden, A. M (A. Maurice), 1922-
• Contents: Part One: Introduction 1. The approach to maintenance 2. Bricks 3. Natural stonework 4. Mortar Part Two: Inspection, investigation and assessment 5. Inspection and recording 6. The experimental investigation of defects 7. Assessment of the load carrying capacity of arch bridges Part Three: Deterioration: causes, characteristics and countermeasures 8. Deterioration of materials 9. Defects originating in the ground 10. Defects due to wear and tear 11. Defects due to water 12. Defects due to human actions and accidents 13. Defects due to vegetation Part Four: Remedial techniques 14. Mechanical (or pressure) pointing 15. Grouting 16. Sprayed concrete 17. Mini pile underpinning 18. Stitching 19. Ground anchors 20. Waterproofing Part Five: Special types of structure 21. Tunnels 22. Sewers and culverts 23. Structures in maritime locations 24. Dry stone walls 25. Structures of historic interest 26. CODA
• Edition: 1st
• Publisher Details: Boca Raton : CRC Press
• Publication Date: 2020
• Extent: 1 online resource, illustrations
• Subjects: 693.1; Masonry -- Maintenance and repair; Building, Brick -- Maintenance and repair
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781000143867
• Related ISBNs: 9781000101553; 9781000118506; 9781003062066
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Description based on CIP data; resource not viewed.
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