This
note offers an introduction to the history, theory, and construction of basic
structural systems as well as an introduction to energy issues in buildings. It
emphasizes basic systematic and elemental behavior, principles of structural
behavior, and analysis of individual structural elements and strategies for load
carrying. Topics covered includes: Introduction to Sustainable Design Issues,
Architecture Structures, Active Statics, Exterior Envelopes, Masonry, Metals,
Concrete.
This page covers the following topics related to
Building Technology : Thermal aspects of a building, Lighting aspects of a
building, Acoustic aspects of a building, Construction methods.
Author(s): Prof. Marilyne Andersen, Massachusetts
Institute of Technology
This PDF covers the
following topics related to Building Materials, Construction and Planning :
Stones, Bricks and Aggregates, Cement & Admixtures, Wood, Aluminum and Glass.
Author(s): Mr. K. Anand Goud,
Assistant Professor, Mr. K. Tarun Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of
Civil Engineering, Institute of Aeronautical Engineering
This Innovative
Building Technology Guide is designed to assist building owners/operators and
design professionals through a process that encourages thorough and rational
consideration and comparison of multiple technologies to select the best fit to
fulfill a given purpose.