Beschreibung:
Introduction to Structures covers basic structures concepts for architects and engineers, such as structural systems, material selection, statics, analysis, and the process of design and system selection.
Acknowledgments List of Contributors Editor Biographies Introduction 1. Structures Around Us 2. The Design Process 3. Structural Systems 4. Structural Materials 5. Forces in Equilibrium 6. Statics - Moments in Equilibrium 7. Mechanics of Materials 8. Codes, Loads and the Art of Engineering 9. Analysis - Beams 10. Analysis - Plane Trusses and Frames 11. Preliminary Design List of Units List of Symbols Glossary Index