Small-scale Aluminium Stanchions in Combined Bending and Compression

Although acceptable in most construction, the presence of shutter ties in unlined concrete water-retaining structures may form a potential source of leakage. This paper describes work undertaken to determine whether such leakage could occur and, if so, its practical importance and the factors influencing it. P. Jackson

Dr. A. J. Dutt (Senior Engineer, Special Structures, Greater London Council) said the London Museum Radio Tower-the tallest in this country-was one of the nicest buildings, and a centre of tourist attraction, not only from the point of view of functional requirements but also from the architectural point of view. Proper assessment of wind loading was one of the principal structural design considerations for these towers and Dr. Dutt wanted to raise a few points on that aspect.

The following is a precis of a paper which is filed in the Institution's Library (reference X( 11) ). Copies are available for borrowing by members of the Institution in the United Kingdom or can be consulted at the Institution. Dhanhjoo N. Ghista