Diagrid structures : systems, connections, details /
"Diagrids are advanced framing systems composed of diagonal steel grids. Developed a decade ago for spectacular buildings like the Swiss Re ("the gherkin") in London, diagrid structures connect a breathtaking appearance with tangible advantages: a massive reduction in material use, a...
Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
Idioma: | Inglés |
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Basel :
Birkhaüser,
[2014]
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Colección: | Birkhäuser Generalstandingorder.
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Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- 1. A collaborative process; what is a diagrid?
- 2. Evolution of diagrid framing systems
- 3. Principles of the contemporary diagrid structure
- 4. Technical requirements
- 5. Modules and modularity
- 6. Node and member design
- 7. Core design
- 8. Constructability
- 9. Facade design
- 10. Exterior diagrids and double facade systems
- Project profiles
- Appendix.