Original textbooks, especially imported technical books, are expensive. The physical Betonarme book can cost between 200-400 Turkish Lira (or more depending on inflation), which is a significant barrier for students.
Prof. Dr. Uğur Ersoy is a distinguished academician known for his significant contributions to structural engineering and earthquake-resistant design in Turkey.
Some specific editions (like the 4th or 5th) are no longer printed. The only way to access Ersoy's specific commentary on older code cycles is via scanned PDFs.
Reinforced concrete, known as "betonarme" in Turkish, is a composite building material that combines the compressive strength of concrete with the tensile strength of steel. This combination results in a material that is strong, durable, and versatile, making it one of the most widely used construction materials in the world.