Ebook: Structural Analysis - In Theory and Practice

This book provides a comprehensive review of the classical methods of structural analysis and also the recent advances in computer applications. The prefect guide for the professional engineer's exam, the book covers principles of structural analysis to advanced concepts. Methods of analysis are presented in a concise and direct manner and the different methods of approach to a problem are illustrated by specific examples. In addition, the book includes the clear and concise approach to the subject and the focus on the most direct solution to a problem. Numerous worked examples are provided to consolidate the readers’ understanding of the topics. This book is perfect for anyone who wishes to have handy reference filled with equations, calculations and modeling instructions as well as candidates studying for professional engineering registration examinations. It will also serve as a refresher course and reference manual for practicing engineers.
Content:
Front Matter
• Table of Contents
•Part I. Analysis of Determinate Structures 1-1. Principles of Statics
1-2. Statically Determinate Pin-Jointed Frames
1-3. Elements in Flexure
1-4. Elastic Deformations
1-5. Influence Lines
1-6. Space Frames
Answers to Supplementary Problems Part 1
•Part II. Analysis of Indeterminate Structures 2-1. Statical Indeterminacy
2-2. Virtual Work Methods
2-3. Indeterminate Pin-Jointed Frames
2-4. Conjugate Beam Methods
2-5. Influence Lines
2-6. Elastic Center and Column Analogy Methods
2-7. Moment Distribution Methods
2-8. Model Analysis
2-9. Plastic Analysis and Design
2-10. Matrix and Computer Methods
2-11. Elastic Instability
2-12. Elastic-Plastic Analysis
Answers to Supplementary Problems Part 2
Author Index
Subject Index