ISBN: 9781332245895 - city pavements (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive guide to city pavement construction and maintenance from the planning stages to the execution of public works projects. It begins by outlining the essential organizational elements of highway construction and maintenance as well as the importance of permanent plans and records to the city and its citizens. It emphasizes the necessity of cost-effective planning, laying out essential groundwork for the ongoing upkeep and planning of essential infrastructure. The author stresses the importance of addressing roadway pavements' usage in conjunction with the upkeep of sidewalks and alleyways, which are pivotal to urban infrastructure yet often neglected. The book draws attention to the need for standardization of paving and construction specifications, arguing for uniformity and clarity of language that benefits contractors and the public alike. The author also examines the impact of traffic data on pavement maintenance costs and provides insight into how to evaluate the trade-offs between construction expenses and pavement durability. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and practical guide for highway engineers and city planners, providing valuable insights into the complexities and details of urban pavement systems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…