Cross-Laminated Timber Design: Structural Properties, Standards, and Safety

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Master the practice of designing structures with cross-laminated timber This comprehensive guide explains the design standards, code provisions, and safety requirements engineers need to know to use cross-laminated timber as a structural building material. The book covers all applicable design considerations, including the relevant structural load requirements and fire safety requirements. Written by a collection of experts in the field, Cross-Laminated Timber Design: Structural Properties, Standards, and Safety introduces the material properties of CLT and goes on to cover the recommended lateral and vertical design standards. Design examples and case studies are featured throughout. You will get design recommendations for connections, building envelopes, acoustics for CLT projects, and much more. Sustainability and environmental issues are discussed in full detail. * Covers the latest methods and design techniques being used for CLT* Explains the code provisions in the NDS, ASCE 7, and IBC that apply to CLT* Include contributions from some of the leading experts in the field