Construction Materials

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<P>This established textbook provides an understanding of materials'' behaviour through knowledge of their chemical and physical structure. It covers the main classes of construction materials: metals, concrete, other ceramics (including bricks and masonry), polymers, fibre composites, bituminous materials, timber, and glass. It provides a clear and comprehensive perspective on the whole range of materials used in modern construction, to form a must-have for civil and structural engineering students, and those on courses such as architecture, surveying and construction. </P><P></P><P>It begins with a Fundamentals section followed by a section on each of the major groups of materials. In this new edition:</P><P>- The section on fibre composites FRP and FRC has been completely restructured and updated.</P><P>- Typical questions with answers to any numerical examples are given at the end of each section, as well as an instructor''s manual with further questions and answers.</P><P>- The li