Bridges built in timber are enjoying a significant revival, both for pedestrian and light traffic and increasingly for heavier loadings and longer spans. Timber's high strength-to-weight ratio, combined with the ease and speed of construction inherent in the off-site prefabrication methods used, make a timber bridge a suitable option in many different scenarios. This handbook gives technical guidance on forms, materials, structural design and construction techniques suitable for both small and large timber bridges. Eurocode 5 Part Two (BS EN 1995-2) for the first time provides an international standard for the construction of timber bridges, removing a potential obstacle for engineers where timber construction for bridges has not -- in recent centuries at least -- been usual. Clearly illustrated throughout, this guide explains how to make use of this oldest construction material in a modern context to create sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, practical and durable bridges. Worldwide examples include Tourand Creek Bridge, Canada; Toijala, Finland; Punt la Resgia, Switzerland; Pont de Crest, France; Almorere Pylon Bridge, the Netherlands.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-13
9780415577960
eBay Product ID (ePID)
178020486
Product Key Features
Author
Christopher J. Mettem
Publication Name
Timber Bridges
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Education
Publication Year
2011
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
276mm
Item Width
219mm
Item Weight
862g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Christopher J. Mettem
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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