Development of a Lightweight Hurricane-Resistant Roof System

Roofs are the most vulnerable part of the building envelope that often get damaged when subjected to hurricane winds. Damage to the roofs has a devastating impact on the entire structure, including interior losses and service interruptions. This study aimed at the development of a novel light-weight...

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Main Author: Amir Sayyafi, Ehssan
Format: Others
Published: FIU Digital Commons 2017
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Online Access:http://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/3364
http://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4342&context=etd