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Space Grid Structures

By John Chilton

Book information

Publisher
Architectural Press
Year
2000
ISBN
0750632755, 9780750632751
LCC
TA660.S63 C455 1999
Open Library ID
OL22087520M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
7 MB (7201312 bytes)
Edition
First Edition
Pages
191\191
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

A space frame is a three-dimensional framework for enclosing spaces in which all members are interconnected and act as a single entity. A benefit of this type of structure is that very large spaces can be covered, uninterrupted by support from the ground. John Chilton's book provides an up-to-date assessment of the use of space grid structures in buildings by reviewing methods of construction, various systems available and detailed studies of the use of space grids in modern buildings. The technical level is aimed at professional and student architects and engineers worldwide and it also serves as a useful construction manual. John Chilton is an engineer, currently teaching architectural students at Nottingham University where he is a senior lecturer. He has also undertaken considerable research in this field. *Provides a full assessment of the use of space frame structures in buildings*International examples throughout showing how architects use this technology in their designs*Numerous illustrations support the text and make the technical detail easy to digest

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