Download or read book Building with Large Clay Blocks written by Theodor Hugues and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2013-01-09 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In modern masonry work it is customary to use large size blocks in building. They fulfil all the construction requirements even in singlelayer outside walls. Using two houses as examples all details are presented clearly and comprehensively in a scale of 1:10. The authors elucidate on critical points, showing where care should be given to achieve convincing sustainable results.
Download or read book Cottage Building in Cob written by Clough Williams-Ellis and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Light Earth Building written by Franz Volhard and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2016-04-11 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The interest in clay as a building material – which has proved its sustainable characteristics over centuries – is growing. Light clay, which is light in weight and easy to work, is presented here as a versatile and forward-looking building material for modern computer-aided timber construction and the renewal of historic timber-framed buildings with clay infill. The balanced building physics properties of the material, which can be controlled through the mixing proportions, make it suitable for resource-efficient building in various different climate zones. Thermal storage, sound insulation, protection against moisture and fire in conventional timber construction are improved, and the construction is simplified. This standard publication describes detailed production methods, includes practical tips for self-building, and demonstrates the application of ready-made materials in modern construction. The book is aimed at architects, engineers, and their clients, as well as for listed building officers, manufacturers, tradesmen and self-builders
Download or read book Building Simply written by Christian Schittich and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2013-01-07 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No detailed description available for "Building Simply".
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Download or read book BUILDING MATERIALS written by P.C. VARGHESE and published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 2015-02-26 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practice-oriented book, now in its second edition, presents a lucid yet comprehensive coverage of the engineering properties and uses of the materials commonly used in building construction in India. Profusely illustrated with tables and diagrams, the book brings into light the basics of building materials and their specifications. Besides giving information regarding the traditional building materials, the text now acquaints the reader with up-to-date and in-depth information pertaining to modern materials available in the market. The references to IS codes and standards make this text suitable for further study and field use. The second edition possesses some substantial changes in Chapters 12, 13, 14 and 20. Now, the book offers a new section on durability of concrete in Chapter 12; a modified section regarding revision of IS 10262 (1982) code on concrete mix design to IS 10262 (2009) and a new section on classification of exposure conditions in Chapter 13; and a new section relating to large advances made in concrete construction and repair chemicals in Chapter 14. Besides, the content of Chapter 20 has been completely updated, with a particular emphasis on the extensive use of aluminium in building construction. Primarily intended for the students pursuing undergraduate degree (B.E./B.Tech.) and diploma courses in civil engineering and architecture, the book, on account of lecture-based presentation of the subject, should also prove eminently utilitarian for the young teachers to use it in their classroom lectures as well as for practising engineers to get a clear understanding of the fundamentals of the subject. NEW TO THE SECOND EDITION Review questions at the end of each chapter enable the reader to recapitulate the topics Considerable attention is given on field practice Syllabus of laboratory work on construction materials and a model question paper (Anna University) are given in appendices to guide the reader.
Download or read book The Ecology of Building Materials written by Bjorn Berge and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-06-04 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ecology of Building Materials explores key questions surrounding sustainability of building materials. It provides technical data to enable design and building professionals to choose the most appropriate materials for a project: those that are least polluting, most energy efficient, and from sustainable sources. The book also gives information and guidance on a wide range of issues such as recycling, detailing for increased durability and Life Cycle Analysis. Berge’s book, translated from the Norwegian by Chris Butters and Filip Henley, offers safe and environmentally friendly material options. It provides an essential and easy-to-use reference guide to this complex subject for the building industry professional. New to this edition: • Thorough exploration of building materials in relation to climate change issues • Extensive updating of basic data, as well as the introduction of a wide range of new materials • Methods for recycling and reuse of materials • More information on the interaction between materials and the indoor environment, ventilation and energy use • Full colour text and user-friendly larger format Bjørn Berge is a practicing architect, researcher and lecturer. Since the 1970s, he has written several books on building ecology for the Scandinavian public. He is one of the founders of Gaia Architects who have developed a wide range of pioneering techniques in sustainable building.
Download or read book Interlocking Stabilised Soil Blocks written by Adrián Mauricio Pérez-Peña and published by UN-HABITAT. This book was released on 2009 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cyclops One written by Jim DeFelice and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2003-10-01 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EYE IN THE SKY Cyclops One: America's most advanced airborne laser system. Capable of taking out a dozen missiles and warplanes from three hundred miles away, it will change the face of combat forever -- perhaps rendering war itself obsolete. Until the plane carrying it vanishes in a storm over the Canadian Rockies. With the specter of sabotage -- or something worse -- looming over the entire operation, America's top investigators are called onto the case. The best is Special Agent Andy Fisher, whose irreverent manner and unorthodox techniques have gained him the reputation as both a genius and a wild card within the FBI. As Fisher's investigation deepens, more questions emerge about the laser, the hyper-secretive private agency that developed it, and the true motives of those involved in the Cyclops One project -- a conspiracy that may end with the beginning of World War III....
Download or read book How to provide and equip a camp for long term survival Buildings and equipment for the camp as well as food production for storage written by Oleg Nashchubskiy and published by Oleg Nashchubskiy. This book was released on with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "How to provide and equip a camp for long-term survival. Buildings and equipment for the camp, as well as food production for storage." Open up new horizons of survival! Are you ready for any life challenges? This book will become your indispensable guide to the world of autonomous living, building shelters and producing food for long-term storage. What awaits you in the book? Detailed diagrams and detailed descriptions: Learn how to build a shelter, set up a camp, and produce food for long-term storage. Each topic is accompanied by illustrations and step-by-step instructions. In the book you will find: Chapter 1: Survival Food Storage and Production 1. Salting meat and fish: Dry salting, spicy meat and fish, using saline solution, salt crust method. 2. Drying and smoking: Dried meat and fish, ramming, recipes for hot and cold smoking, methods for constructing a smokehouse. 3. Long-term storage of vegetables and fruits: Pickling, pickling, drying, smoking, drying, pickling, freezing, preserves and jams. 4. Preparation of dairy products: Cheeses, cottage cheese, butter, kefir and yogurt. Making a butter churner. Chapter 2. Buildings for setting up a camp for long-term survival 1. Construction of stoves and stoves: Clay and earthen refractory blocks, various types of stoves, Slavic and Pompeian stoves, fireplace. 2. Creation of infrastructure: Dryers, cellars, basement, toilet, composting toilet and forge. Chapter 3. Useful tips and making necessary items and tools for long-term survival 1. Protective equipment: Mosquito and tick repellents, pest protection. 2. Hygiene and household chemicals: Making soap, shampoo, washing gel, vegetable oil, activated carbon. 3. Shoes and clothing: Making foot wraps and simple shoes. 4. Water: Extraction and purification of fresh water, distillation of sea water. 5. Construction materials: Making bricks and pottery. 6. Alcoholic drinks: Production of vodka, wine, vinegar and beer. 7. Health and nutrition: Health products, consumption of insects and rodents. 8. Processing of hides: Dressing, dyeing, proper sharpening of tools. 9. Tools and Fire: Making a hand drill and an easy way to start a fire. Who is this book for? This book is suitable for anyone who wants to be prepared for any situation: tourists, travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, rescuers and simply those who want to gain confidence in their abilities and knowledge. Discover the world of survival and be ready for any challenge!
Download or read book Eco efficient Masonry Bricks and Blocks written by Fernando Pacheco-Torgal and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2014-11-27 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Masonry walls constitute the interface between the building's interior and the outdoor environment. Masonry walls are traditionally composed of fired-clay bricks (solid or perforated) or blocks (concrete or earth-based), but in the past (and even in the present) they were often associated as needing an extra special thermal and acoustical insulation layer. However, over more recent years investigations on thermal and acoustical features has led to the development of new improved bricks and blocks that no longer need these insulation layers. Traditional masonry units (fired-clay bricks, concrete or earth-based blocks) that don't offer improved performance in terms of thermal and acoustical insulation are a symbol of a low-technology past, that are far removed from the demands of sustainable construction.This book provides an up-to-date state-of-the-art review on the eco-efficiency of masonry units, particular emphasis is placed on the design, properties, performance, durability and LCA of these materials. Since masonry units are also an excellent way to reuse bulk industrial waste the book will be important in the context of the Revised Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC which states that the minimum reuse and recycling targets for construction and demolition waste (CDW) should be at least 70% by 2020. On the 9th of March 2011 the European Union approved the Regulation (EU) 305/2011, known as the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and it will be enforced after the 1st of July 2013. The future commercialization of construction materials in Europe makes their environmental assessment mandatory meaning that more information related to the environmental performance of building materials is much needed. - Provides an authoritative guide to the eco-efficiency of masonry units - Examines the reuse of waste materials - Covers a range of materials including, clay, cement, earth and pumice
Download or read book Materials for Architects and Builders written by Arthur R. Lyons and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bricks and brickwork -- Blocks and blockwork -- Lime, cement and concrete -- Timber and timber products -- Ferrous and non-ferrous metals -- Bitumen and flat roofing materials -- Glass -- Ceramic materials -- Stone and cast stone -- Plastics -- Glass-fibre reinforced plastics, cement and gypsum -- Plaster and board materials -- Insulating materials -- Energy-saving materials and components -- Recycled and ecological materials -- Sealants, gaskets and adhesives -- Paints, wood stains, varnishes and colour.
Download or read book Brick written by and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Green Building Products written by Alex Wilson and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2008-03-01 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interest in sustainable, green building practices is greater than ever. Whether concerned about allergies, energy costs, old-growth forests, or durability and long-term value, homeowners and builders are looking for ways to ensure that their homes are healthy, safe, beautiful and efficient. In these pages are descriptions and manufacturer contact information for more than 1,400 environmentally preferable products and materials. All phases of residential construction, from sitework to flooring to renewable energy, are covered. Products are grouped by function, and each chapter begins with a discussion of key environmental considerations, and what to look for in a green product. Over 40% revised, this updated edition includes over 120 new products. Categories of products include: Sitework and landscaping Outdoor structures Decking Foundations, footers and slabs Structural systems and components Sheathing Exterior finish and trim Roofing Doors and windows Insulation Flooring and floor coverings Interior finish and trim Caulks and adhesives Paints and coatings Mechanical systems/HVAC Plumbing, electrical and lighting Appliances Furniture and furnishings Renewable energy Distributors and retailers An index of products and manufacturers makes for easy navigation. There is no more comprehensive resource for both the engaged homeowner and those who design and build homes.
Download or read book Research in Building Physics written by J. Carmeliet and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 1037 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a broad view of the research performed in building physics at the start of the 21st century. The focus of this conference was on combined heat and mass flow in building components, performance-based design of building enclosures, energy use in buildings, sustainable construction, users' comfort and health, and the urban micro-climate.
