This volume presents a
history of heavy timber construction (HTC) in the United States, chronicling
nearly two centuries of building history, from inception to a detailed evaluation
of one of the best surviving examples of the type, with an emphasis on fire
resistance. The book does not limit itself in scope to serving only as a common
history. Rather, it provides critical analysis of HTC in terms of construction
methods, design, technical specifications, and historical performance under
fire conditions. As such, this book provides readers with a truly comprehensive
understanding and exploration of heavy timber construction in the United States
and its performance under fire conditions.
history of heavy timber construction (HTC) in the United States, chronicling
nearly two centuries of building history, from inception to a detailed evaluation
of one of the best surviving examples of the type, with an emphasis on fire
resistance. The book does not limit itself in scope to serving only as a common
history. Rather, it provides critical analysis of HTC in terms of construction
methods, design, technical specifications, and historical performance under
fire conditions. As such, this book provides readers with a truly comprehensive
understanding and exploration of heavy timber construction in the United States
and its performance under fire conditions.
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