Written by leading experts in the field, including one of the authors of Eurocode 5, this practical book provides a comprehensive guide to the design of timber structures according to the latest European and UK standards. Practical Design of Timber Structures to Eurocode 5 begins with a description of timber, considering its strength, stiffness, moisture behaviour, rheology and durability, before going on to describe the production and relevant properties of materials used for timber structures.
Introduction
Chapter 1 : Basis of Design
Chapter 2 : Construction Products
Chapter 3 : Structural Examples
Chapter 4 : Straight Members and Beams With Varying Depth
Chapter 5 : Columns
Chapter 6 : Curved Beams and Frames
Chapter 7 : Trusses and Bracings
Chapter 8 : I, T and Box-Beams
Chapter 9 : Connections and Fasteners
Chapter 10 : Diaphragms
References
Index
