TY  - BOOK
AU  - Brandon,C.J.
AU  - Hohlfelder,Robert L.
AU  - Jackson,M.D.
AU  - Oleson,John Peter
AU  - Bottalico,L.
TI  - Building for eternity: the history and technology of Roman concrete engineering in the sea 
SN  - 9781782974208 (hardcover)
AV  - TH16 .B73 2014
U1  - 627/.702 23
PY  - 2014///]
CY  - Oxford, Philadelphia
PB  - Oxbow Books
KW  - ROMACONS Project
KW  - Concrete construction
KW  - Rome
KW  - History
KW  - Research
KW  - Mediterranean Region
KW  - Marine engineering
KW  - Technology
KW  - Architecture, Roman
KW  - Geology
KW  - Volcanic ash, tuff, etc
KW  - Analysis
KW  - Antiquities
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index
N2  - "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
ER  -