A textbook for graduate or undergraduate courses for students of either architecture or engineering, formatted such that various parts can be used for courses ranging from elementary to advanced and from a short seminar to a whole academic year. Emphasizes the mechanics of linear, elastic solids; the theory of beam systems, and phenomena of structural failure. Topics of current application interest, such as anisotropic and/or heterogeneous materials are dealt with in appendices. Includes problems with complete solutions. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
This book presents a complete and unified treatment of the fundamental themes of structural mechanics, ranging from the traditional to the most advanced topics, covering mechanics of linear elastic solids, theory of beam systems, and phenomena of structural failure. The book considers explicitly all the static and kenetic operators of structural mechanics with their dual character.
Topics relating to structural symmetry are covered in a single chapter while dynamics is dealt with at various points. The logical presentation allows the clear introduction of topics such as finite element methods, automatic calculation of framed beam systems, plate and shell theory, theory of plasticity, and fracture mechanics.
Numerous worked examples, exercises with complete solutions and illustrations make it accessible both as a text for students and as a reference for research workers and practicing engineers.
