Fracture and Failure of Natural Building Stones: Applications in the Conservation of Ancient Monuments
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Fracture and Failure of Natural Building Stones: Applications in the Restoration of Ancient Monuments provides an overview of the processes involved in the fracture and failure of natural building stones.
It examines the role of these processes in the deterioration of ancient monuments and provides guidance on the selection of appropriate restoration techniques.
The book is divided into three parts.
Part I covers the fundamentals of fracture and failure of natural building stones, including the role of mineralogy, texture, and porosity.
Part II examines the various types of damage that can occur to natural building stones, including weathering, erosion, and seismic activity.
Part III provides guidance on the selection of appropriate restoration techniques, including the use of consolidants, adhesives, and coatings.
Fracture and Failure of Natural Building Stones: Applications in the Restoration of Ancient Monuments is a valuable resource for architects, engineers, conservators, and other professionals involved in the restoration of ancient monuments.
It provides a comprehensive overview of the processes involved in the fracture and failure of natural building stones and provides guidance on the selection of appropriate restoration techniques.
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