Presidential Address. Science and the Art of Construction

Mr. William G. Baird writes : ' Professor Sawko has presented a paper which will be of interest to all engineers who seek a quick and simple solution to the complex problem of analysing the loads and moments carried by a group of piles. However, some doubt exists as to the reliability of the method when it is applied to physical problems. '

Formulation of Organic Coatings, by N. I. Gaynes, G. N. Danziger and F. C. Kinsler (Princeton, New Jersey, USA and London: D. Van Nostrand, 1967) 9 1/4 x 6 in., 386 + xii pp., £5 7s 6d.

In Part 1, the author discusses the background to the design of the integrated viaduct system in relation to the road network in Birkenhead and its relieving effect on local traffic. The choice of spans and structural material is considered and the basis of the structural design of the composite construction column/superstructure junction discussed. Gencral comment is made on the fabrication and erection of the structural steelwork.