Strengthening of existing buildings: an introduction

Author: Lizzie Blaisdell Collins and Joe White

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2 September 2021

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Strengthening of existing buildings: an introduction

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Lizzie Blaisdell Collins and Joe White

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 99, Issue 9, 2021, Page(s) 5

https://doi.org/10.56330/YUYU7304

Date published

2 September 2021

Author

Lizzie Blaisdell Collins and Joe White

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 99, Issue 9, 2021, Page(s) 5

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56330/YUYU7304

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Standard: £9.95 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

This article discusses how strengthening an existing building can enable changes of use, achieve compliance with modern building codes, resist a previously unforeseen environmental load or increase resilience. It gives a broad description of some common strengthening options, as well as guidance on where to find more information.

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