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Curtain Wall Systems: A Primer

By Ph.D. , P.E. Ali M. Memari

Book information

Publisher
ASCE
Year
2013
ISBN
0784412707, 9780784412701
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
9 MB (9397843 bytes)
Series
Asce Manual and Reports on Engineering Practice
Pages
162\228
Time added
2014-06-22 22:31:18

Description

Curtain Wall Systems compiles a basic review of the many aspects of curtain wall systems that affect their design and performance. It highlights the materials used to manufacture curtain walls for low-rise to high-rise construction and describes different types of tests, mockups, and inspections. Methods of improving the energy performance, waterproofing, and wind loading of curtain walls are assessed. Specialized aspects of curtain wall design and analysis for extreme events, such as earthquake and bomb blast, are explored. Innovative façade design and new curtain wall and glazing systems are covered as well. MOP 126 is written for architects, structural engineers, HVAC engineers, general contractors, building owners, and building operators who are new to curtain wall systems and want to learn more about this specialized and emerging field.

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