Issue 11

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Complete issue (November/December 2022)

All the articles from the November/December 2022 issue of The Structural Engineer.

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Obituary: Keith White, 1933–2022

An obituary of former President of The Institution of Structural Engineers, Keith White, who has died aged 89.

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Design of efficient steel trusses to resist progressive collapse

This research-based article discusses the design of a steel transfer truss resistant to progressive collapse as part of the Viadux II project in Manchester, UK.

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Professional indemnity insurance: dealing with the 'run-off' risk

In this second ‘back to basics’ article, Graeme Tinney of professional indemnity brokers Griffiths & Armour looks at the implications of the ‘claims made’ nature of PI insurance, the importance of run-off cover and the impact of market conditions.

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CROSS Safety Report: RAAC planks found on pitched roof of 1990s hospital building

This month's CROSS report serves as a reminder to all engineers about the problems associated
with RAAC planks and to be vigilant during any site inspections of existing buildings.

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Eurocodes evolution: preparing for the second generation

Steve Denton and Mariapia Angelino provide an overview of the background, status and transition timetable for the second-generation EN Eurocodes that are in development.

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Structural Awards 2022: Awards special

Which projects were recognised at the Structural Awards with its new approach for 2022, and which projects won a Supreme Award?

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Structural safety of cantilever structures

This article aims to identify gaps in Eurocode and IStructE guidance, and make recommendations on additional considerations that engineers should take into account when designing or assessing cantilever structures. 

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Profile: Shalini Jagnarine-Azan

Helena Russell talks to Jamaica-based structural engineer Shalini Jagnarine-Azan about assessing disaster-hit healthcare facilities and improving their resilience against future events.

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Book review: The blessings of disaster

Citing case studies from the Kobe and Christchurch earthquakes in 1995 and 2011, respectively, as well as category five hurricanes in the USA’s south, this book will appeal to both engineers and the general public, writes Alex Hu.

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Verulam (readers' letters – November/December 2022)

This month's letters set out the benefits of the SER scheme in Scotland for checking structural designs, consider the adaptation of car parks for electric vehicles. and more.

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Diary dates (November/December 2022)

A round-up of events at Institution HQ and around the regional groups.

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Spotlight on Structures (November/December 2022)

The Featured Articles for Volume 43 and Volume 44 explore the use of reclaimed concrete blocks and early warning of fire-induced failure in steel beams, respectively.

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Library update: Tackling the climate emergency

A recent member donation has enabled the Library to extend its collection of books on topics around the climate emergency.

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