An Introduction to Arctic and Subarctic Construction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781983035388)

Introductory technical guidance for civil and other professional engineers interested in design and construction of buildings and infrastructure in arctic and subarctic climates. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS 3. PRECIPITATION SNOW COVER AND SNOW LOADS 4. ICE COVER 5. WIND AND WIND CHILL 6. VISIBILITY AND NATURAL ILLUMINATION 7. VEGETATION 8. SPECIAL SURFICIAL FEATURES AND MARKINGS 9. SEISMIC ACTIVITY 10. GRAPHIC SUMMARIES.

Author: J. Paul Guyer
ISBN-10: 1983035386
ISBN-13: 9781983035388
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 05/30/2018
Pages: 30
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.21lbs
Size: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.06d