Solving Problems of Simple Structural Mechanics

Solve problems in elementary structural mechanics thoughtfully and efficiently with this self-contained collection of essays.

Keith Alexander Seffen (Author)

9781108843812, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 20 January 2022

240 pages, 100 b/w illus.
25 x 17.5 x 1.7 cm, 0.52 kg

Solve problems in elementary structural mechanics thoughtfully and efficiently with this self-contained volume. Covers the basics of structural mechanics and focuses on simple structures, truss frameworks, beams and frames, design choices, and deformity. Carefully interrogates underlying assumptions for efficiencies in working out whilst expounding fundamental principles for a consistent understanding. Heavily connects the practical world of indeterminate structures to their analysis, to underline benefits they impart to the latter: that certain analytical methods provide a wealth of efficient solutions for problems of indeterminate structures compared to determinate ones. Celebrates the beauty of analytical indeterminacy and its relationship to practical structures. Perfect for students invested in structural mechanics, and aims to complement their learning and understanding.

Part I. Simple Structures: 1. Mastering Friction
2. Equilibrium of Pseudo-Deformed Bodies
3. Simple Cables
Part II. Truss Frameworks: 4. Statical (In)determinacy in Trusses
5. Virtual Work for Trusses
6. Why Does the Lower Bound Theorem Work? Part III. Beams and Frames: Character: 7. Drawing Well: Bending Moment (and Shear Force) Diagrams
8. How Many Redundancies in Frames
9. Symmetry and Anti-symmetry
Part IV. Beams and Frames: Analysis: 10. Standard Beam Deflections
11. Deflection Coefficients
12. Moment Distribution: at the Junction
Part V. Design Choices: 13. Bending vs Stretching
14. Cross-Sectional Stiffness
15. Cross-Sectional Strength
16. Back of the Envelope: Beam Design by Lower Bound
17. The Third Dimension
Part VI. Deliberately Deformed
18. How Many Collapse Mechanisms
19. When Buckling Occurs: and Not
20. The Nature of Loads
21. Hooke and Heat.

Subject Areas: Structural engineering [TNC], Mechanics of solids [TGMD], Tribology [friction & lubrication TGBF], Classical mechanics [PHD]