Building for eternity
the history and technology of Roman concrete engineering in the sea
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Author
Contributions
- Hohlfelder, Robert L. - Contributor
- Jackson, M. D. - Contributor
- Oleson, John Peter - Contributor
- Bottalico, L. (Luca) - Contributor
Publication
2014 - Oxbow Books, Oxford, England
Language
English
Word Count
81,750 words, Guess
Page Count
327 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL31028059M
- ISBN-139781782974208
- OCLC Control Number858352664
- OCLC Control Numberbuildingforetern0000bran
- Library of Congress Control Number2014021758
Classifications
- DDC627/.702
- LCCTH16 .B73 2014
Description
"This book explains how the Romans built so successfully in the sea with maritime concrete. The story is a mix of archaeological, geological, historical and chemical research, with relevance to both ancient and modern technology. It also bridges the gap between science and the humanities by integrating analytical materials science, history, and archaeology, along with underwater exploration. The book will be of interest to anyone interested in Roman architecture and engineering, and it will hold special interest for geologists and mineralogists studying the material characteristics of pyroclastic volcanic rocks and their alteration in seawater brines. The demonstrable durability and longevity of Roman maritime concrete structures may be of special interest to engineers working on cementing materials appropriate for the long-term storage of hazardous substances such as radioactive waste"--Provided by publisher.
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