Conservation compendium. Part 11: A career in ruins (challenges presented by derelict structures)

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1 October 2015

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Conservation compendium. Part 11: A career in ruins (challenges presented by derelict structures)

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Jon Avent

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 93, Issue 10, 2015, Page(s) 38-42

Date published

1 October 2015

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Jon Avent

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 93, Issue 10, 2015, Page(s) 38-42

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Standard: £9.95 + VAT
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This paper sets out the challenges faced by engineers and some of the approaches taken in the appraisal and protection of ruins.

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Our built heritage is a finite resource stretching back thousands of years. Protecting and conserving this heritage is a challenge requiring knowledge, skills and experience, together with an ability to bring practical engineering judgement and often creative and imaginative solutions. This paper sets out the challenges faced by engineers and some of the approaches taken in the appraisal and protection of ruins.

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