Classic Wood StructuresAmerican Society of Civil Engineers. Task Committee on Classic Wood Structures Wood has been used in a wide range of structural applications. When properly maintained, these structures can have a useful life from 50 years to several centuries. This publication presents both the history and design of these various structures, and describes structures, such as Tacoma Dome and the Air Force Trestle. |
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Preface | 1 |
Golden Gate Park Conservatory | 11 |
Hotel del Coronado | 19 |
Copyright | |
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