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Hardcover. Fulfilling a need for a work devoted to stability and bifurcation analysis in dissipative media, this book offers a unified presentation of nonlinear problems in solid mechanics and a complete and unitary analysis on stability and bifurcation problems arising in this framework. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBK; TBJ; TG; TNC; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 182 x 29. Weight in Grams: 892.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471492887
- ISBN
- 9780471492887
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 220.67
€ 220.67
Hardcover. Newsworthy disasters, such as fires and explosions in buildings housing hazardous materials, have focused attention as never before on methods of evaluating and controlling hazards. In the first coherent treatment of the subject, this title details the application of hazard and risk analysis to fire safety. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GPQD; KNXC; TG; TNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 176 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1040.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471493822
- ISBN
- 9780471493822
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.24
€ 160.24
Hardcover. Risk and reliability analysis is an area of growing importance in geotechnical engineering, where many variables have to be considered. Statistics, reliability modelling and engineering judgement are employed together to develop risk and decision analyses for civil engineering systems. Num Pages: 618 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: GPQD; TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 298 x 179 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1220.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 618
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471498339
- ISBN
- 9780471498339
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 164.22
€ 164.22
Hardcover. Urban Water Infrastructure Planning, Management, and Operations Neil S. Grigg ". discusses the factors that lead to effective management of water systems in urban areas. Num Pages: 304 pages, index. BIC Classification: AMC; TN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471505464
- ISBN
- 9780471505464
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.65
€ 162.65
Paperback. Series: Wiley Series in Geotechnical Engineering. Num Pages: 576 pages, illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: TN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 278 x 210 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1969
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471511922
- ISBN
- 9780471511922
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 217.36
€ 217.36
Hardcover. Examines structural aspects of high rise buildings, particularly fundamental approaches to the analysis of the behavior of different forms of building structures including frame, shear wall, tubular, core and outrigger-braced systems. Num Pages: 552 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 36. Weight in Grams: 984.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471512370
- ISBN
- 9780471512370
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 281.11
€ 281.11
Hardcover. The turnover rate for companies in the construction industry is high. This book identifies the ten key elements of contractor failure and shows how to avoid them. Each element of failure is defined, illustrated by real examples, and ways are discussed to avoid or minimize the risks involved. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KNJC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 242 x 18. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471513247
- ISBN
- 9780471513247
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.38
€ 138.38
Paperback. Provides exhaustive coverage of cement grouting in rock foundations, outlining all types of cement grout, comparing their suitabilities and describing various ways cement grouting is used in engineering construction. Written and arranged in an easy-to-read manner, the book is arranged as a reference manual with numerous cross-references. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 466 pages, index. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 278 x 210 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1044.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471516293
- ISBN
- 9780471516293
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 221.88
€ 221.88
Hardcover. Written as a reference on effective engineering practice for construction activities in Arctic and Sub-Arctic regions. It is based on many sources around the world including the Soviet Union and China where people live and work in very low temperatures. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 640 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNH; TNK; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 239 x 167 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1036.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 640
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471525035
- ISBN
- 9780471525035
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 262.98
€ 262.98
Hardcover. Treating anchorages as a direct application of the laws of statics and the theories governing the transfer of load, this book focuses on designs that are safe and reasonably priced. It is divided into two parts. Num Pages: 704 pages, 1. BIC Classification: TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1164.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471525202
- ISBN
- 9780471525202
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.21
€ 322.21
Hardcover. Fundamentals of Building Construction Materials and Methods Second Edition Edward Allen This remarkably complete introduction to the art of building sets the materials and building systems in an historical context. Num Pages: 320 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 167 x 24. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471530046
- ISBN
- 9780471530046
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 143.31
€ 143.31
Paperback. More than a third of America's bridges are considered substandard--either structurally deficient, functionally obsolete or both. Offers first-rate, practical guidance regarding the inspection and rehabilitation of aging bridge infrastructure including all elements involving structure, various materials and design types. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 19. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471532620
- ISBN
- 9780471532620
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 215.84
€ 215.84
Hardcover. This construction reference work has been revised to include chapters on insulating glass sealants and membrane waterproofing. It describes moisture protection, sealants used in highways and bridges, special compounds used on runway joints and silicones used in high-rise buildings. Series: Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 400 pages, bibliography, glossary, index. BIC Classification: TGM; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 25. Weight in Grams: 728.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471534747
- ISBN
- 9780471534747
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.55
€ 202.55
Hardcover. Enables non-attorneys in the construction industry to understand how the construction process and law interact in order to resolve disputes without going to court. Analyzes specific issues concerning contracts, subcontracting, tort claims, insurance and bonds. Recommends strategies for avoiding or terminating litigation if a claim arises. Series: Construction Law Library. Num Pages: 472 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LNKJ; LNS; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 186 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1018.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471546177
- ISBN
- 9780471546177
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.55
€ 202.55
Hardcover. Focuses on the use of simulation techniques to model and evaluate repetitive construction operations. Num Pages: 400 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: KJT; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 245 x 168 x 27. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471555100
- ISBN
- 9780471555100
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.62
€ 201.62
Hardcover. This revised handbook presents methods of analyzing industrial boiler and heat transfer equipment failure and offers suggestions to prevent future failures. It contains new material on fluid dynamics and the stress calculations that are required in boiler design. Num Pages: 528 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TDM; TGBN1; TNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 246 x 162 x 33. Weight in Grams: 847.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471558392
- ISBN
- 9780471558392
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 262.98
€ 262.98
Hardcover. A practical, up-to-date introduction on truss analysis, application and design. Describes the influence of trusses on design development as well as the means for design and detailing of truss construction utilizing contemporary building technologies. Illustrations include both historical and recent uses of trusses. Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. Num Pages: 448 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: AMC; TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 258 x 186 x 33. Weight in Grams: 978.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471558422
- ISBN
- 9780471558422
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 145.77
€ 145.77
Hardcover. Organized for self-paced study, this user-friendly book can easily be understood by designers with no engineering training. Provides excellent guidance concerning how design can be used to control noise, privacy and room acoustics within buildings. Contains a summary of the basic types of sound problems that occur in buildings. Num Pages: 162 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: AMC; PHDS; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 186 x 17. Weight in Grams: 550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 162
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471569084
- ISBN
- 9780471569084
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.60
€ 127.60
Paperback. Organized into three sections, it begins with the phenomena of fire followed by the principles of design by which one develops a defense against fire disaster in buildings. Lastly, it deals with the hardware of fire control, communication and extinguishment. A thorough analysis of building code criteria regarding fire safety is included. Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. Num Pages: 344 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: TNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 189 x 19. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471572367
- ISBN
- 9780471572367
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 143.34
€ 143.34
Hardcover. The text reviews the history of failure analysis as it relates to the evolution of engineering design. The concepts behind failure analysis are reviewed and its root causes discussed. It includes information updated since the first edition. Series: Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations, plans, port. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471574774
- ISBN
- 9780471574774
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 215.84
€ 215.84
Hardcover. This book addresses the seismic design and retrofit of bridges. It provides detailed information on the seismic considerations in the design of a wide range of substructures including beam and slab, box girder, arch, cable, stayed, and suspension bridges. Num Pages: 704 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBC; TNCC; TNCJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 167 x 241 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1224.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471579984
- ISBN
- 9780471579984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.04
€ 217.04
Hardcover. Describing the different soldering methods in use today, this guide presents both their theory and practical applications. It covers the topics of cleaning, statistical quality control, through-hole and joining. The author relates all theory to practical, on-site situations. Num Pages: 400 pages, index. BIC Classification: TDM; TGX; TNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 28. Weight in Grams: 696.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471584711
- ISBN
- 9780471584711
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 295.61
€ 295.61
Hardcover. The compaction guide to greater profits, less hassle. Boost your bottom line with the expert, efficient soil compaction techniques and technological solutions in this fully updated Second Edition. This revision will provide the contractor, fill inspector, and geotechnical engineer with greater coverage of environmental topics, including. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 266 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TNC; TNFR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 240 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471585237
- ISBN
- 9780471585237
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.17
€ 162.17
Hardcover. Using a systems perspective, this updated version concentrates on the planning, scheduling and control factors of a project needed to bring it in on time and on or under cost. This edition contains expanded coverage of computer simulation and applications, information management and expert systems in project management. Num Pages: 520 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KJMP; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 169 x 34. Weight in Grams: 890.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471591689
- ISBN
- 9780471591689
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.20
€ 183.20