
- 536 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
This book covers the basics of fabrication of railway steel structures. It covers the various types of steels, steel sections and structures involved along with fabrication methods. Further, some basics of design, handling and launching of fabricated components are covered including case studies covering the consequences of errors or shortcuts adopted during fabrication. The latest trends in steel construction, adoption of steel for fast-paced construction, pre-engineered structures and use of steel for station redevelopment projects are also covered. This book aims to help the reader deliver economical and good-quality structures speedily without time and cost overruns.
This book:
• Introduces readers to the advantages and challenges of using steel as a material for railway bridges and other structures.
• Covers instructions and practices for fabrication of railway steel bridges duly linking with other aspects like design and erection to provide 3600 view.
• Reviews the latest developments in the field including new materials, fabrication techniques and types of structures being adopted.
• Includes case studies to underline the importance of good fabrication practices and consequences of ignoring the same.
This book is aimed at civil and mechanical engineering professionals connected with fabrication and erection of railway steel structures.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- About the Author
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Basics of Steel Structures
- Chapter 3 Considerations in Steel Fabrication
- Chapter 4 Introduction to a Steel Fabrication Workshop
- Chapter 5 Production Planning in a Workshop
- Chapter 6 Materials Shop
- Chapter 7 Cutting Shop
- Chapter 8 Theory of Welding and Other Connections
- Chapter 9 Welding Shop
- Chapter 10 Drilling Shop
- Chapter 11 Final Assembly Shop
- Chapter 12 Painting Shop
- Chapter 13 Dispatch Shop
- Chapter 14 Fabrication for Indian Railways
- Chapter 15 Site Assembly and Erection
- Chapter 16 Case Studies for Issues Faced After Erection
- Important Technical Terms and Acronyms
- Bibliography
- Index