Issue 3

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The Structural Engineer

Complete issue (March 2024)

All the articles from the March 2024 issue of The Structural Engineer.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Putting the net-zero hierarchy into practice: Build clever

Emily Halliwell continues this series of notes signposting key climate resources for IStructE members around each level in the hierarchy of net-zero design by looking at how to 'build clever' to minimise material usage and reduce carbon emissions.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Eurocodes evolution: latest developments and UK approach

In an important update, Steve Denton, David Nethercot, Andrew Bond and Mariapia Angelino explain the timeframe for publication of the suite of second-generation Eurocodes, and provide clarity over the period in which first- and second-generation codes will co-exist.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Historical defects in buildings – No. 5: Wood-wool formwork

In this latest note, Hugh Docherty discusses the use of wood-wool slabs as permanent formwork to reinforced concrete slabs and the potential problems that can arise in this form of construction.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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CROSS Safety Report: Failure of beams in listed building

This month we present a report on conversion and refurbishment work on a listed building that led to structural failures of beams and subsequent difficulties in resolving safety matters between the various agencies involved.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Guidance note: Assessing historic assets that are proposed to be demolished or partially demolished

This note, authored by CARE in conjunction with the IStructE and ICE, is intended to provide clear guidance for engineers who are requested to inspect and report on historic assets.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Conservation compendium. Part 19: Care of churches – inspection, assessment and repair

This article sets out typical structural issues encountered when dealing with churches and places of worship.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Restoration of the Elizabeth Tower: pairing tradition and modernity at the Houses of Parliament

This article describes the seven-year project to restore and refurbish the Grade I listed Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster, London. 

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Collège Amadou Hampaté Bâ, Niamey, Niger: structural design in an international development context

The IStructE's Humanitarian and International Development Panel spoke to MHA Structural Design's Marco Conti about Collège Amadou Hampaté Bâ in Niamey, Niger. 

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Structural engineers in humanitarian and international development: a new resource map

Miriam Graham introduces a new tool from the IStructE Humanitarian and International Development Panel which aims to direct those working in, or curious about, the sector to key guidance and skills training.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Q&A with... Miriam Graham

Miriam Graham, structural engineer at Arup, reflects on her work in the humanitarian and international development sector and being part of the IStructE's HID panel.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Profile: Kim Rochard

If your dream job involves castles and stately homes, it's unlikely you would turn your attention to structural engineering. But as Kim Rochard explains, it’s possible to combine the two in the specialised field of conservation engineering. Helena Russell finds out more.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Verulam (readers' letters – March 2024)

This month's letters concern subsidence, Category 3 checks and New Zealand seismic masonry codes. 

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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Diary dates (March 2024)

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

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Spotlight on Structures (March 2024)

The Featured Article for Volume 58 (December 2023) of Structures, chosen by Associate Editor John Orr, discusses precast concrete wall panels and their connections between other structural members.

Publish Date – 1 March 2024

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