Reinforced Masonry Engineering Handbook

The Reinforced Masonry Engineering Handbook provides the coefficients, tables, charts, and design data required for the design of reinforced masonry structures. This edition improves and expands upon previous editions, complying with the current Uniform Building Code and paralleling the growth of reinforced masonry engineering.

Discussions include:

materials

strength of masonry assemblies

loads

lateral forces

reinforcing steel

movement joints

waterproofing masonry structures and products

formulas for reinforced masonry design

retaining walls

and more

This comprehensive, useful book serves as an exceptional resource for designers, contractors, builders, and civil engineers involved in reinforced masonry - eliminating repetitious and routine calculations as well as reducing the time for masonry design.