Structural Glass Facades And Enclosures

Author : Mic Patterson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-21
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780470931851

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Structural Glass Facades and Enclosures by Mic Patterson Pdf

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO STRUCTURAL GLASS FACADES FOR ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, AND BUILDERS Once an experimental building form, structural glass facades have matured into a fully robust technology. Structural Glass Facades and Enclosures documents, defines, and categorizes the current state of the art in long-span glass facade design and construction, with a focus on structural systems, glass cladding options, and implementation strategies for innovative design. A comparative analysis of these various systems is included, along with designs and design practices for enhancing transparency; engineering issues; material, process, and fabrication considerations; installation means and methods; and project delivery strategies for implementing innovative building technology in today's construction marketplace. The reader will find information here that is not available together in any single resource, including: Structural system types and design options, with integrated glass system options and their application on each of the structural types An in-depth discussion of design, fabrication, and installation issues relative to each system type, accompanied by illustrations and photographs A discussion of the challenges of implementing innovative design and technology in the construction industry, and operational practices to improve the probability of success A series of in-depth case studies documenting representative samples of stunning built works that employ the technology and design principles identified in the book Structural Glass Facades and Enclosures provides expert content for putting cutting-edge technology into real-life practice, creating new potential for fresh applications embracing both aesthetic and performance solutions, and for the adoption of the technology by architects, builders, and facade practitioners.

Author : Michael Patterson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING
ISBN : 0470950536

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Structural Glass Facades and Enclosures by Michael Patterson Pdf

Author : Peter Rice,Hugh Dutton
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Architectural glass
ISBN : 9780419199403

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Structural Glass by Peter Rice,Hugh Dutton Pdf

This book is published in English for the first time. The first edition in French sold extremely well and this second edition has the added benefit of an 8 page colour section and nine new case studies not only from France but from Norway, London.

Author : Keith Boswell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-11
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781118330067

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Exterior Building Enclosures by Keith Boswell Pdf

A comprehensive guide to the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures Focused on the design process for architects and related professionals, this book addresses the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures for a number of commercial building types and in a variety of building materials. It focuses on the design process by delineating enclosure basics, the participants (owners, architects, engineers, consultants) and their roles and responsibilities through collaboration, and tracking the design process through construction. This comprehensive handbook covers all of the factors that affect the design of a building enclosure, including function, visual aesthetics, performance requirements, and many other criteria. In-depth case studies of projects of various scales, types, and climate conditions illustrate the successful implementation of exterior wall enclosure solutions in brick masonry, stone, architectural concrete, glass, and metals. This unique and indispensable guide: Defines the functions, physical requirements, design principles, and types of exterior building enclosures Identifies the participants in the design and construction process and specifies their roles and responsibilities Presents a step-by-step process for the design of exterior enclosures, from defining goals and developing concepts through creating construction documents Reviews the construction process from bidding and negotiation through the paper phase to the "brick and mortar" stage Provides details on the properties of exterior enclosure materials, including structural considerations, weather protection, fire safety, and more Covers a variety of materials, including brick masonry, natural stone masonry, architectural concrete, metal framing and glass, and all-glass enclosures Written by the technical director of the San Francisco office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, Exterior Building Enclosures is an indispensable resource for architects, engineers, facade consultants, and green design consultants working on commercial building projects.

Author : Rice,Dutton
Publisher : Architectural Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1993-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 075060915X

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Structural Glass by Rice,Dutton Pdf

Author : L. Kruszka,M. Klósak,P. Muzolf
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-10
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781614999645

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Critical Infrastructure Protection by L. Kruszka,M. Klósak,P. Muzolf Pdf

Recent decades have seen an increase in the number of terrorist attacks, necessitating the development of more efficient global security policies. One of the most important elements of this enhanced security is the protection of critical infrastructure. This book presents edited contributions from the NATO Advanced Training Course (ATC) on Critical Infrastructure Protection - Best Practices and Innovative Methods of Protection, held in Agadir, Morocco, from 6 to 12 May 2018. The main objective of the course was to bring together specialists working in the area of protecting critical infrastructure in NATO Member and Partner countries to share their knowledge and expertise. One lecture block was dedicated to important legal aspects, as these differ from country to country. The other main topic areas included the structural design and protection of critical infrastructure, new materials and material analysis, and material and construction testing at elevated impact velocities via experiment and numerical simulation. New designs for critical infrastructure elements were also demonstrated. The course provided an ideal forum for speakers and participants from government, academia, and military bodies to exchange information and best practice, while at the same time creating links to foster further collaboration and the exchange of ideas about the protection of critical infrastructure, and the book will be of interest to all those whose work involves protecting critical infrastructure from the threat of terrorist attack.

Author : IOS Press
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 1022 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-21
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781614990611

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Challenging Glass 3 by IOS Press Pdf

There are two things everybody knows about glass: it is transparent, and it breaks! These are also the properties that constitute the challenge of glass as an architectural and structural material. This book presents papers from the third Challenging Glass Conference (CGC3), held at the Technical University (TU) Delft, the Netherlands, in June 2012. The conference brings together glass engineering, research and design specialists. Papers are grouped under seven topic headings: project and case studies; joints, fixings and adhesives; strength, stability and safety (a category which includes a quarter of all the papers presented at the conference); laminates and composite design; curved and bended glass; architectural design and lighting and finally, glass in facades. Glass remains one of the most exciting materials available to designers and architects today. This book will be of interest to all those involved in working with glass in an architectural and structural context.

Author : Andrea Compagno
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015037864306

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Intelligent Glass Facades by Andrea Compagno Pdf

Author : Michel Crisinel
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781586037093

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Glass & Interactive Building Envelopes by Michel Crisinel Pdf

The concept of tomorrow's towns and cities will be based on new social, economic and technological ideals focused on improving the quality of life. To attain this objective, architects and engineers of today must improve the quality of buildings and establish new principles of building conception. The quality of interior space and the impact of a building on its surroundings depends strongly on the physical interface that separates the outer environment from the inner building space. The conception and realisation of this interface (the envelope) are, therefore, of prime importance.

Author : Jan Belis,Christian Louter,Danijel Mocibob
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781138000445

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COST Action TU0905 Mid-term Conference on Structural Glass by Jan Belis,Christian Louter,Danijel Mocibob Pdf

The application of glass as a structural material may seem surprising initially, yet pioneering glass structures were first built two decades ago already. Ever since, Structural Glass has been developing at a very high pace thanks to very intensive scientific and industrial research and new technological developments. Right at the heart of these rapidly evolving developments, the European COST Action TU0905 'Structural Glass – Novel Design Methods and Next Generation Products' is active. With its main goals of unifying, harmonizing and boosting the ongoing developments in structural glass research, COST Action TU0905 frequently organizes international expert meetings and Training Schools, and supports scientific research missions. This proceedings volume of the COST Action TU0905 Mid-term Conference on Structural Glass offers a great insight into the latest developments in Structural Glass by means of more than 60 peer-reviewed papers by nearly 140 authors. Contributions cover all major topics in the field, ranging from in-depth material investigations to full glass structures and facades. As such, it represents an appealing work on this very young and dynamic field, and is intended for a global readership of researchers and practitioners, including structural and civil engineers, architects, material scientists, building consultants, contractors, material suppliers and product manufacturers, as well as other professionals involved in the design and realization of structural glass projects. The COST Action TU0905 Mid-Term Conference was held as a unique event, strongly embedded in COST Action TU0905 'Structural Glass – Novel Design Methods and Next Generation Products'. As such, it reflects the Action’s strong position as probably the largest Structural Glass research network worldwide, and disseminates the ultimate COST philosophy: true cooperation in Science and Technology.

Author : Jan Wurm
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9783764376086

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Glass Structures by Jan Wurm Pdf

Flat glass opens up more possibilities for the planner than virtually any other material. Because of the technological complexity of using it, however, no specific structural forms have been developed for glass supporting frameworks as they have been for wood, concrete, and steel. This book is thus the first to present a coherent guide to the planning and design of glass supporting frameworks. The focus is on the pressure-resistant, flat supporting element as a basic building block for broad supporting structures. The spatial and constructive forms of multifunctional, self-supporting glass envelopes are vividly illustrated and systematically explained. The constructions presented exhibit new aesthetic qualities, based not on the dictum of "dematerialization" but on the poetry of gleaming and transparent planes. They ring in a new chapter in the history of glass architecture.

Author : Clifton Fordham
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-21
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781000081848

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Constructing Building Enclosures by Clifton Fordham Pdf

Constructing Building Enclosures investigates and interrogates tensions that arose between the disciplines of architecture and engineering as they wrestled with technology and building cultures that evolved to deliver structures in the modern era. At the center of this history are inventive architects, engineers and projects that did not settle for conventional solutions, technologies and methods. Comprised of thirteen original essays by interdisciplinary scholars, this collection offers a critical look at the development and the purpose of building technology within a design framework. Through two distinct sections, the contributions first challenge notions of the boundaries between architecture, engineering and construction. The authors then investigate twentieth-century building projects, exploring technological and aesthetic boundaries of postwar modernism and uncovering lessons relevant to enclosure design that are typically overlooked. Projects include Louis Kahn’s Weiss House, Minoru Yamasaki’s Science Center, Sigurd Lewerentz’s Chapel of Hope and more. An important read for students, educators and researchers within architectural history, construction history, building technology and design, this volume sets out to disrupt common assumptions of how we understand this history.

Author : Ingrid Paoletti,Massimiliano Nastri
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9783031448935

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Executive Design of the Façade Systems by Ingrid Paoletti,Massimiliano Nastri Pdf

The book examines the typological and technological constitution of the principal advanced façade systems in the contemporary design and experimental scenario, proposing itself as a knowledge and operational tool currently lacking in the technical literature of the sector at an international level. It considers the field of advanced façade systems in a scientific way, constituting a support for the study and the executive design. The book investigates in detail, in an analytical form, the constitution of the components on a typological and geometrical, functional and constructive level, on the basis of the documents and knowledges acquired from the essential contemporary production and construction references. At the same time, the book is configured in a handbook form as a reference for understanding and application with respect to traditional and complex façade systems. For each main type of façade, the book provides explanations and scientific information for investigating and designing the advanced façades according to the characteristics of the mullions and transoms façade system (stick system), of the structural sealant glazing façade system, of the unit façade system, of the suspended façade system and of the double-skin façade system.

Author : Matthias Haldimann,Andreas Luible,Mauro Overend
Publisher : IABSE
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Glass construction
ISBN : 9783857481192

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Structural Use of Glass by Matthias Haldimann,Andreas Luible,Mauro Overend Pdf

This book attempts to redress this issue by providing an overview of the recent developments in this field thereby providing a basis for the understanding of the structural performance and design of glass in buildings. Each chapter draws on the latest developments in practice and research and contains contributions from various international glass experts. The mix of general and specialist content ranging from rules of thumb to fracture mechanics and novel applications to post-breakage performance make this book useful to practitioners and researchers. Furthermore, the text is supplemented by tables of the major codes of practice and by an extensive list of references.

Author : Bernhard Weller,Jens Schneider
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783433033203

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Engineered Transparency 2021 by Bernhard Weller,Jens Schneider Pdf

This book contains more than 70 articles and presents international trends in structural glazing and facade construction. Renowned authors from all over the world report on current research results and innovative construction projects.