Elastic Beams and Frames

J D Renton (Author)

9781898563860

Paperback / softback, published 1 March 2002

416 pages
23.4 x 15.6 x 2.6 cm, 0.63 kg

The book approaches the basic theory of structures from a different perspective from standard pedagogy. There is consideration of work and energy concepts as fundamental and the equations of statics derived from them. Likewise, these concepts, together with that of the characteristic response, are used in the derivation of beam theory. Plane sections remaining plane is then seen as a particular result for isotropic, homogeneous, prismatic beams. The general theory may still be used where none of these conditions holds, and can even be applied to trusses. It also corrects errors in the theory of beam shear. Special topics discussed include non-uniform torsion, the exact analysis of shear, anisotropy, advanced energy methods, optimum structures, and regular frames. Software provided in the book includes seven general purpose programs for analysis of plane, space frames with rigid or pinned joints, and uses the augmented Gaussian elimination process and dynamic storage techniques.

Introduction
Statics
Elasticity
Beams with axial stresses
Torsion of beams
Shear of beams
Energy methods
General theory of beams
Stability of beams
Vibration of beams
Matrix analysis of structures
Computer analysis of frames
Influence lines
Optimum structures
Regular structures
Appendices: 1. Common notation
2. How to use the structural analysis programs
3. How to use the other programs
4. Section properties and related formulae
5. Properties of regular structures and standard solutions
6. Tables of beam formulae, Stability and vibration functions
7. The characteristic response of cones
8. Elements of plate theory
9. Further theoretical considerations
References and suggested reading
Index.

Subject Areas: Structural engineering [TNC], Civil engineering, surveying & building [TN]