Civil Engineering Construction Materials

• Author : S.K. Sharma
• Publisher : KHANNA PUBLISHING HOUSE
• Release : 01 October 2016

The main objective kept in mind in writing this book is to familiarize the readers with various types of construction materials their manufacture or production, classification, important physical and chemical properties, their uses advantages, disadvantages, testing etc. The book has been written in a very simple and lucid language, illustrated with neatly drawn diagrams and problems The book is designed keeping in mind syllabus of various universities, AIME, The book will prove equally useful to the practicing engineers.

• Author : Errol Van Amsterdam
• Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd
• Release : 11 July 2002

This publication establishes a basic understanding of materials used in civil engineering construction as taught in tertiary institutions across South Africa. It uses the objectives of the NQF in promoting independent learning and is the only book pertaining to Civil Engineering that covers all the necessary topics under one roof.

• Author : Haimei Zhang
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release : 09 May 2011

The construction of buildings and structures relies on having a thorough understanding of building materials. Without this knowledge it would not be possible to build safe, efficient and long-lasting buildings, structures and dwellings. Building materials in civil engineering provides an overview of the complete range of building materials available to civil engineers and all those involved in the building and construction industries. The book begins with an introductory chapter describing the basic properties of building materials. Further chapters cover the

• Author : Misra, Anil Kumar
• Publisher : S. Chand Publishing
• Release : 03 June 2023

Building Materials and Construction is primarily written for the students of Civil Engineering to make them familiar with building materials and construction practices to build their interest in the field. The book starts with explanation of building material concepts and goes on to explain all the important materials like Lime, Bricks, Cement, Timber, Concrete etc. in separate chapters following the same flow as prescribed in major universities. Special emphasis is given on construction materials such as foundation work, stone and

• Author : S. K. Duggal
• Publisher : New Age International
• Release : 01 November 2009

• Author : Jimmy C.M. Kao,Wen-Pei Sung,Ran Chen
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 21 October 2014

This book contains select green building, materials, and civil engineering papers from the 4th International Conference on Green Building, Materials and Civil Engineering (GBMCE), which was held in Hong Kong, August 21-22, 2014. This volume of proceedings aims to provide a platform for researchers, engineers, academics, and industry professionals f

• Author : Dr. Gurcharan Singh
• Publisher : Rajsons Publications Pvt. Ltd.
• Release : 10 January 2019

★ABOUT THE BOOK: feel proud in issuing the Seventh Edition of the book "Building Construction and Materials". The subject " Building Construction and Materials" is a very vastand tedious subject of Civil Engineering. Author has tried to explain all the aspects of this subject in a very simple and lucid language. The Book is entirely in SI Units. The book covers the syllabi prescribed by all the Indian universities, State Technical Boards and A.M.I.E. (India) examinations. The book

• Author : Marios Soutsos,Peter Domone
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 10 October 2017

This established textbook provides an understanding of materials’ behaviour through knowledge of their chemical and physical structure. It covers the main classes of construction materials: metals, concrete, other ceramics (including bricks and masonry), polymers, fibre composites, bituminous materials, timber, and glass. It provides a clear and comprehensive perspective on the whole range of materials used in modern construction, to form a must-have for civil and structural engineering students, and those on courses such as architecture, surveying and construction. It begins

• Author : P.C. VARGHESE
• Publisher : PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
• Release : 26 February 2015

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

• Author : Haimei Zhang
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 03 June 2023

• Author : Suad Khalid Al-Bahar,Jing Ying Zhao
• Publisher : Trans Tech Publications Ltd
• Release : 13 December 2013

Volume is indexed by Thomson Reuters CPCI-S (WoS). Collection of selected, peer reviewed papers from the 2013 3rd International Conference on Civil Engineering and Building Materials (CEBM 2013), December 7-8, 2013, Hong Kong, China. The 99 papers are grouped as follows: Chapter 1: Building Materials; Chapter 2: Structural Engineering; Chapter 3: Architecture and Urban Planning; Chapter 4: Environmental Engineering; Chapter 5: Geotechnical Engineering; Chapter 6: Road and Bridge Materials and Engineering; Chapter 7: Transportation Engineering; Chapter 8: Computer Technologies and CAD/CAE.

• Author : S.S. Bhavikatti
• Publisher : Vikas Publishing House
• Release : 03 June 2023

Building Technology involves selecting suitable materials and carrying out building construction neatly. This book comprehensibly covers all aspects of the subject and is written as per the requirements of civil engineering diploma students of West Bengal. The text is presented in simple, precise and reader-friendly language. It is amply supported by figures and tables. KEY FEATURES • Detailed coverage of Kerala University syllabus • Simple and precise explanations • Text sufficiently illustrated by figures and tables • Relevant IS Codes listed • Exhaustive questions given

• Author : Shuenn-Yih Chang,Suad Khalid Al Bahar,Jingying Zhao
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 31 October 2012

Advances in Civil Engineering and Building Materials presents the state-of-the-art development in: - Structural Engineering - Road & Bridge Engineering- Geotechnical Engineering- Architecture & Urban Planning- Transportation Engineering- Hydraulic Engineering - Engineering Management- Computational Mechanics- Construction Technology- Buildi

• Author : C. W. Yu,John W. Bull
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 03 June 2023

This book discusses the durability of construction materials in a variety of structures and in diverse environmental conditions.

• Author : Jamal Khatib
• Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
• Release : 12 August 2016

Sustainability of Construction Materials, Second Edition, explores an increasingly important aspect of construction. In recent years, serious consideration has been given to environmental and societal issues in the manufacturing, use, disposal, and recycling of construction materials. This book provides comprehensive and detailed analysis of the sustainability issues associated with these materials, mainly in relation to the constituent materials, processing, recycling, and lifecycle environmental impacts. The contents of each chapter reflect the individual aspects of the material that affect sustainability, such