Architectural forensics
By: Sam A.A. Kubba.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Published: 2008
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 438
ISBN-13: 9780071498425
Subjects: Building failures -- Investigation; Architecture
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 429-432) and index.
Table of contents: title: Defining architectural forensics; title: The assignment/investigation; title: The forensic architect's role & scope in evaluations & acquisitions; title: The evaluation/investigation process; title: Nondestructive and destructive testing; title: Forensic photogrammetry; title: The building site; title: Structural systems; title: Roofing systems; title: Heading, ventilating & air conditioning (HVAC) systems; title: Electrical & lighting systems; title: Plumbing systems; title: Vertical transportation systems; title: Interior systems; title: Exterior closure systems, building envelope; title: Interior air quality, environmental issues; title: Natural hazards; title: Additional issues; title: Your own office and web site; title: Litigation, dispute resolution, and the expert witness.