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Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Reinforced Concrete Pier Construction   By:

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Reinforced Concrete Pier Construction by Eugene Klapp is a comprehensive and informative guide for anyone interested in the construction of reinforced concrete piers. The author provides a detailed explanation of the principles and techniques involved in building sturdy and durable concrete piers, covering everything from design and materials to construction and maintenance.

Klapp's writing is clear and easy to understand, making even complex engineering concepts accessible to readers with varying levels of expertise. The book is filled with illustrations, diagrams, and practical examples that help illustrate key points and enhance the reader's understanding of the subject matter.

One of the standout features of the book is Klapp's emphasis on safety and structural integrity. Throughout the text, he stresses the importance of following best practices and industry standards to ensure that reinforced concrete piers are built to last and withstand the test of time.

Overall, Reinforced Concrete Pier Construction is a valuable resource for engineers, builders, and students interested in learning more about the design and construction of concrete piers. Klapp's expertise and attention to detail make this book a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge in this area.

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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS

INSTITUTED 1852

TRANSACTIONS

Paper No. 1176

REINFORCED CONCRETE PIER CONSTRUCTION.

BY EUGENE KLAPP, M. AM. SOC. C. E.

WITH DISCUSSION BY MESSRS. WILLIAM ARTHUR PAYNE, AND EUGENE KLAPP.

A private yacht pier, built near Glen Cove, Long Island, has brought out a few points which may be of interest. It is an example of a small engineering structure, which, though of no great moment in itself, illustrates the adoption of means to an end that may be capable of very great extension.

The problem, as submitted to the writer, was to construct a yacht landing at East Island, on the exposed south shore of Long Island Sound, in connection with the construction at that point of an elaborate country residence. The slope of the beach at this point is very gradual, and it was specified that there should be a depth of at least 4 ft. of water at low tide. Soundings indicated that this necessitated a pier 300 ft. long. It was further specified that the pier should be to some extent in keeping with the scale of the place being created there, and that a wooden pile structure would not be acceptable. Besides these esthetic conditions, wooden piles were rejected because the teredo, in this part of the Sound, is very active. At the same time, the owner did not care to incur the expense of a masonry pier of the size involved... Continue reading book >>


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