Masonry refers to the construction of structures from distinct units placed and bound together. It can be characterized as the arrangement of various materials in various ways with or without mortar. Modern masonry involves constructing buildings using modern materials such as concrete-block joists, concrete slabs, and walls made of pressed bricks, cement blocks, perlite, tiles, stones, and glass blocks. The most popular masonry materials used in industrialized countries are concrete block and brick, which can be either load bearing or non-load-bearing. Concrete blocks, particularly those with hollow cores, provide compressive strength and are appropriate for constructing buildings with light transverse loading. This book unravels the recent studies in the field of modern masonry. It presents researches on the building techniques, tools and materials which are used within this field. This book is a vital tool for all researching or studying masonry as it gives incredible insights into emerging trends and concepts.
Edited by:
Patrick Walker Imprint: NY Research Press Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 279mm,
Width: 216mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 866g ISBN:9781647254704 ISBN 10: 1647254701 Pages: 247 Publication Date:26 September 2023 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active