Building Surveys. Sixth Edition

Author(s): Peter Glover
Year 2007, PDF, 288 Pages

Review
'The book is written in an easily readable style, giving credibility to the author’s advice that building survey reports use simple straightforward English.' -- The Surveyor and Valuer
'Both writing and printing are clear and precise and make for easy reading of what can be a complex subject. … This is a good read and a recommended buy for reference' -- Architect & Surveyor
'It should be compulsory reading for the graduate entrant on the first day in the office if not previously read and inwardly digested' -- Estates Gazette

Reviews of previous editions:

• 'All [surveyors] would profit by reading this book and, if they remembered the excellent advice it gives, it would bring a broad smile to the faces of the insurers Â… The book is full of useful information, much of which I have not seen before. Â… should be compulsory reading for all who do it.' Chartered Surveyor Weekly
• 'A lively, readable and informative book Â… Most technical books have to be read little by little over time, but this is one which can be read from cover to cover at a single sitting. Â… A book with something for everyone involved in domestic building surveys from prospective purchaser to practising surveyor. It should be compulsory reading for the graduate entrant on the first day in the office if not previously read and inwardly digested'Estates Gazette
• 'In presentation and content, this is a practical and useful addition to the library of all surveyors at all stages in their careers with, of course, particular reference to building and general practice surveyors. Both writing and printing are clear and precise and make for easy reading of what can be a complex subject. Â… This is a good read and a recommended buy for reference'Architect & Surveyor

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Structural Analysis (7th Edition)

Author(s): Russell C. Hibbeler
Year 2008, PDF, 403 Pages

Product Description

This book provides students with a clear and thorough presentation of the theory and application of structural analysis as it applies to trusses, beams, and frames. Emphases are placed on teaching readers to both model and analyze a structure. A hallmark of the book, Procedures for Analysis, has been retained in this edition to provide learners with a logical, orderly method to follow when applying theory. Chapter topics include types of structures and loads, analysis of statically determinate structures, analysis of statically determinate trusses, internal loadings developed in structural members, cables and arches, influence lines for statically determinate structures, approximate analysis of statically indeterminate structures, deflections, analysis of statically indeterminate structures by the force method, displacement method of analysis: slope-deflection equations, displacement method of analysis: moment distribution, analysis of beams and frames consisting of nonprismatic members, truss analysis using the stiffness method, beam analysis using the stiffness method, and plane frame analysis using the stiffness method. For individuals planning for a career as structural engineers.

About the Author

• Russ Hibbeler graduated from the University of Illinois-Urbana with a B.S. in Civil Engineering (major in structures) and an M.S. in Nuclear Engineering. He obtained his Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from Northwestern University.
• Hibbeler’s professional experience includes postdoctoral work in reactor safety and analysis at Argonne National Laboratory, and structural work at Chicago Bridge and Iron, Sargent and Lundy, Tucson. He has practiced engineering in Ohio, New York, and Louisiana.
• He has taught at the University of Illinois-Urbana, Youngstown State University, Illinois Institute of Technology, and Union College. Hibbeler currently teaches at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette.

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Road Engineering for Development

Author(s): Richar Robinson
Year 2004, PDF, 600 Pages

Review
'As a whole it is very inspiring and well written. The book is highly recommended both as a textbook for university students specialising in road engineering and as a reference for all professionals involved in the road sector in developing countries.' -Dansk Vejtidsskrift (Danish Road Journal) October 2004

Product Description
Road Engineering for Development provides a comprehensive description of the planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads in developing countries.

About the Author

• Dr. Richard Robinson is an independent consultant and has an honorary appointment at the University of Birmingham in the UK. He spent over 20 years at the Transport Research Laboratory, and recently held the Senior Roads Specialist position at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. He has worked in 40 countries and has published over 100 papers and articles.
• Prof. Bent Thagesen is the former Professor of Highway Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark. He has worked as a highway engineer in Africa and in Asia, and has carried out research at the Danish Road Research Laboratory. He has been a consultant to the World Bank, the United Nations and various development organizations and firms concerned with roads in the developing world. He edited the first edition of this book, Highway and Traffic Engineering in Developing Countries.

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