Introduction to Structural Analysis : Displacement and Force Methods

Title: Introduction to Structural Analysis : Displacement and Force Methods
Author: S. T. Mau
ISBN: 1466504161 / 9781466504165
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 328
Publisher: CRC Press
Year: 2012
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bridging the gap between what is traditionally taught in textbooks and what is actually practiced in engineering firms, Introduction to Structural Analysis: Displacement and Force Methods clearly explains the two fundamental methods of structural analysis: the displacement method and the force method. It also shows how these methods are applied, particularly to trusses, beams, and rigid frames.

Acknowledging the fact that virtually all computer structural analysis programs are based on the matrix displacement method of analysis, the text begins with the displacement method. A matrix operations tutorial is also included for review and self-learning. To minimize any conceptual difficulty readers may have, the displacement method is introduced with the plane truss analysis and the concept of nodal displacement.

The book then presents the force method of analysis for plane trusses to illustrate force equilibrium, deflection, statistical indeterminacy, and other concepts that help readers to better understand the behavior of a structure. It also extends the force method to beam and rigid frame analysis. Toward the end of the book, the displacement method reappears along with the moment distribution and slope-deflection methods in the context of beam and rigid frame analysis. Other topics covered include influence lines, non-prismatic members, composite structures, secondary stress analysis, and limits of linear and static structural analysis.

Integrating classical and modern methodologies, this book explains complicated analysis using simplified methods and numerous examples. It provides readers with an understanding of the underlying methodologies of finite element analysis and the practices used by professional structural engineers.

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Preface

Chapter 1 : Truss Analysis : Matrix Displacement Method
Chapter 2 : Truss Analysis : Force Method-Part I
Chapter 3 : Truss Analysis : Force Method-Part II
Chapter 4 : Beam and Frame Analysis : Force Method-Part I
Chapter 5 : Beam and Frame Analysis : Force Method-Part II
Chapter 6 : Beam and Frame Analysis : Force Method-Part III
Chapter 7 : Beam and Frame Analysis : Displacement Method-Part I
Chapter 8 : Beam and Frame Analysis : Displacement Method-Part II
Chapter 9 : Influence Lines
Chapter 10 : Other Topics

Appendix A : Matrix Algebra Review
Appendix B : Supplementary Review Notes
Index