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Taylor & Francis Inc Condition Assessment of Aged Structures by J K Paik and R E Melchers
Any structural system in service is subject to age-related deterioration, leading to potential concerns regarding maintenance, health & safety, environmental and economic implications. Condition Assessment of Aged Structures is an invaluable, single source of information on structural assessment techniques for marine and land-based structures such as ships, offshore installations, industrial plant and buildings. Topics covered include: _x000D__x000D_- Current practices and standards for structural condition assessment _x000D_- Fundamental mechanisms and advanced mathematical methods for predicting structural deterioration _x000D_- Residual strength assessment of deteriorated structures _x000D_- Inspection and maintenance of aged structures _x000D_- Reliability and risk assessment of aged structures _x000D__x000D_Professionals from a broad range of disciplines will be able to gain a better understanding of current practices in the field, how to apply the latest advanced design and development technologies in condition assessment, and what future trends might be._x000D_show more