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Abstract

This chapter examines the general principles of design of windows; the construction, detailing, fixing and uses of different types of window; glazing techniques; and the forms and uses of double glazing and double windows.

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  1. Trent Polytechnic, Nottingham, UK

    Ivor H. Seeley B.Sc., M.A., Ph.D., F.R.I.C.S., C.Eng., F.I.Mun.E., F.I.Q.S., M.I.O.B., M.I.H. (Head of Department of Surveying and Dean of the School of Environmental Studies)

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  1. Ivor H. Seeley B.Sc., M.A., Ph.D., F.R.I.C.S., C.Eng., F.I.Mun.E., F.I.Q.S., M.I.O.B., M.I.H.
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© 1980 Ivor H. Seeley

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Seeley, I.H. (1980). Windows. In: Building Technology. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-16371-7_8

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  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-16371-7_8

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