This book deals with the mechanical theory of machinery and engineering, particularly the application of mechanics in construction. It examines the behaviour of semi-fluid masses, the pressure of earth, and resistance offered by bodies when sliding against one another. Additionally, the book explores the theory of arches, establishing optimum construction techniques. Throughout the text, the author emphasises the importance of calculating and accounting for the influence of shifting and unbalanced forces to prevent structural failure. Engineers, architects, and scholars interested in civil engineering, particularly in the context of building, will find the insights presented in this book invaluable in their practice and research.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book deals with the mechanical theory of machinery and engineering, particularly the application of mechanics in construction. It examines the behaviour of semi-fluid masses, the pressure of earth, and resistance offered by bodies when sliding against one another. Additionally, the book explores the theory of arches, establishing optimum construction techniques. Throughout the text, the author emphasises the importance of calculating and accounting for the influence of shifting and unbalanced forces to prevent structural failure. Engineers, architects, and scholars interested in civil engineering, particularly in the context of building, will find the insights presented in this book invaluable in their practice and research. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333094096_0
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