Publisher's Synopsis
Longman's "Concrete Design and Construction" series comprises works on subjects of topical interest in the broad field of concrete technology.;As stone and brick construction techniques are being revolutionized by the use of reinforcement and prestressing, the scene is set for a substantial increase in these forms of construction. This book discusses the basic principles of reinforcement and prestressing and their application to international design practises. It includes chapters on materials properties, compression elements and seismic design.
