This guide investigates the mechanical properties and structural applications of glass within the field of engineering design. Dennis Stanley Oliver provides a technical overview of how glass behaves under stress, its manufacturing limitations, and the specific design considerations required for its safe integration into load-bearing or protective structures. The text serves as a foundational reference for engineers seeking to understand the material constraints and performance characteristics of glass in modern construction.

Experts recognize this guide as a concise, practical resource for engineers and architects working with glass as a structural component. Readers frequently note the technical density of the prose, which prioritizes functional engineering data over general architectural theory.