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1. Through-Life Care and Management of Concrete Structures

   Assessment, Protection, Repair and Strengthening

   By Stuart Matthews

   Most concrete structures provide satisfactory performance over many decades but a significant number experience premature deterioration and require repair, especially in aggressive environments. Existing structures represents not only a huge economic investment that cannot easily be replaced, but...

   To Be Published October 31st 2012 by IHS - BRE Press
2. Design of Durable Concrete Structures

   By Stuart Matthews

   This document aims to provide a basic understanding of the complex set of phenomena governing durability and long-term performance of concrete structures and how this forms a basis for service-life design. While consideration is given to concrete as a material, the focus is on the behaviour of the...

   To Be Published October 27th 2012 by IHS - BRE Press
3. Structural Assessment of Large Panel Systems (LPS) Dwelling Blocks for Accidental Loading: Handbook

   By Stuart Matthews, Barry Reeves

   The progressive collapse of part of Ronan Point tower block in east London in 1968 was a very significant event in structural engineering in relation to the understanding of disproportionate damage to structures. There have been extensive research and investigations since then, including full-scale...

   To Be Published July 1st 2012 by IHS - BRE Press