An Introduction to Concrete Arch Dams

by J Paul Guyer

Overview

This publication provides over 225 pages of introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in the design and construction of concrete arch dams. Here is what is discussed: 1. FOUNDATION INVESTIGATIONS, 2. MANUAL DESIGN LAYOUT, 3. STATIC ANALYSIS, 4. EARTHQUAKE ANALYSIS, 5. CONCRETE PROPERTIES, 6. TEMPERATURE CONSIDERATIONS, 7. CONSTRUCTION, 8. DAM INSTRUMENTATION

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781530269167
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	02/27/2016
Series:	Dams and Hydroelectric Power Plants
Pages:	244
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.02(h) x 0.51(d)

About the Author

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with 35 years of experience designing buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on capital outlay and infrastructure issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE and AEI.