Mettem, Christopher.

Timber bridges / Christopher J. Mettem. - Abingdon : Routledge, 2011. - 176 p.

A title ordered as part of the LoveBooks Campaign 2014. ".... developed and written with the support of the Timber Research and Development Association (TRADA) ..."

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Benefits of timber bridges The evolutionary development of the timber bridge Durability and protection by design Materials Concept design Decks and parapets Structural design Conservation, maintenance and repair Case studies and final recommendations.

9780415577960 (hardback : alk. paper)

2009050125


Bridges--Design and construction--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Wooden bridges--Design and construction--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Wooden bridges--Specifications--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

TG300 / .M48 2011

624.2/18