Learning on ScreenIntroduction to Prestressed Concrete, An
- Synopsis
- Begins with the early history of prestressed concrete and the pioneering work of French engineer, Eugène Freyssinet. Animated sequences show how prestressing increases the tensile strength of concrete; pre- and post-tensioning are demonstrated. Finally shows how prestressing is used in segmental construction where it is particularly suitable for bridges and flyovers.
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 21 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 21 min.
- Technical information
- Black-and-white / Sound
- Year of production
- 1978
- Availability
- OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
- Notes
- This is a new version of the 1965 film of the same title.
- Uses
- Students of architecture, engineering and building.
- Subjects
- Engineering; Technology
- Keywords
- concrete
Credits
- Director
- Guy Fergusson
- Contributor
- Roger Eastell
Distribution Formats
- Type
- Film
- Format
- 16mm
Production Company
Distributor
- Name
Concrete Information Bookshop
- enquiries@concretebookshop.com
- Web
- http://www.concretebookshop.com External site opens in new window
- Phone
- 01276 608778
- Address
- Riverside House
4 Meadows Business Park
Station Approach
Bladwater
Camberley
GU17 9AB
Surrey
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