ABSTRACT
Fundamentals of Structural Mechanics, Dynamics, and Stability examines structural mechanics from a foundational point of view and allows students to use logical inference and creative reasoning to solve problems versus rote memorization. It presents underlying theory and emphasizes the relevant mathematical concepts as related to structural mechanics in each chapter. Problems, examples, and case studies are provided throughout, as well as simulations to help further illustrate the content.
Features:
- Presents the material from general theory and fundamentals through to practical applications.
- Explains the finite element method for elastic bodies, trusses, frames, non-linear behavior of materials, and more.
- Includes numerous practical worked examples and case studies throughout each chapter.
Fundamentals of Structural Mechanics, Dynamics, and Stability serves as a useful text for students and instructors as well as practicing engineers.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part Section I|16 pages
Basic Concepts
part Section II|20 pages
Influence Lines
part Section III|22 pages
Three-Hinged Arches
part Section IV|12 pages
Hinged Beams
part Section V|54 pages
Statically Determinate Trusses
part Section VI|28 pages
Energy Methods in Deflection Analysis
part Section VII|50 pages
Force Method
part Section VIII|24 pages
Displacement Method and Mixed Method
part Section IX|58 pages
Plastic Behavior of Structures
part Section X|66 pages
Finite Element Method in Analysis of Elastic Structures
part Section XI|44 pages
Stability of Elastic Systems
part Section XII|48 pages
Dynamics of Elastic Systems