Blast effects on buildings
Title:
Blast effects on buildings
Author:
Cormie, David.
ISBN:
9780727737229
9781628705034
9780727740441
Edition:
2nd ed.
Publication Information:
London : Thomas Telford Ltd., 2009.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xvii, 338 pages) : illustrations
Contents:
Basic guidelines for enhancing blast resilience -- Blast loading -- Prediction of blast loads -- Structural response to blast loading -- Design of elements in structural steel -- Design of elements in reinforced concrete and masonry -- Design of elements in steel-concrete-steel composite -- Design of glazing -- Whole-building response to blast damage -- Vehicle-borne threats and the principles of hostile vehicle mitigation -- Design of building services under blast loading -- Implications for building operation.
Abstract:
Providing the latest practical guidance on designing buildings to optimise their resilience to blast loading, this text is focused specifically on the design of commercial buildings. It helps engineers reduce the risks posed to building occupants and businesses from terrorist and other explosions.
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Electronic Access:
Knovel http://app.knovel.com/web/toc.v/cid:kpBEBE0001