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Amr S. Elnashai, Luigi Di Sarno ... 366 pages - Publisher: Wiley; (November, 2008) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0470024836 - ISBN-13: 978-0470024836 ...

Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering combines aspects of engineering seismology, structural and geotechnical earthquake engineering to assemble the vital components required for a deep understanding of response of structures to earthquake ground motion, from the seismic source to the evaluation of actions and deformation required for design. The nature of earthquake risk assessment is inherently multi-disciplinary. Whereas Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering addresses only structural safety assessment and design, the problem is cast in its appropriate context by relating structural damage states to societal consequences and expectations, through the fundamental response quantities of stiffness, strength and ductility. The book is designed to support graduate teaching and learning, introduce practicing structural and geotechnical engineers to earthquake analysis and design problems, as well as being a reference book for further studies. Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering includes material on the nature of earthquake sources and mechanisms, various methods for the characterization of earthquake input motion, damage observed in reconnaissance missions, modeling of structures for the purposes of response simulation, definition of performance limit states, structural and architectural systems for optimal seismic response, and action and deformation quantities suitable for design.

Andreas Kappos ... 388 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (November, 2001) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0419229302 - ISBN-13: 978-0419229308 ...

Until now, information on the dynamic loading of structures has been widely scattered. No other book has examined the different types of loading in a comprehensive and systematic manner, and looked at their signficance in the design process. The book begins with a survey of the probabilistic background to all forms of loads, which is particularly important to dynamic loads, and then looks at the main types in turn: wind, earthquake, wave, blast and impact loading. The relevant code provisions (Eurocode and UBC American) are detailed and a number of examples are used to illustrate the principles. A final section covers the analysis for dynamic loading, drawing out the concepts underlying the treatment of all dynamic loads, and the corresponding modelling techniques. Throughout there is a focus on the modelling of structures, rather than on classical structural dynamics.

Zhenhai Guo ... 606 pages - Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; (August, 2014) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0128008598 - ISBN-13: 978-0128008591 ...

Principle of Reinforced Concrete introduces the main properties of structural concrete and its mechanical behavior under various conditions as well as all aspects of the combined function of reinforcement and concrete. Based on the experimental investigation, the variation regularity of mechanical behavior, working mechanism, and calculation method are presented for the structural member under various internal forces. After examining the basic principle and analysis method of reinforced concrete, the book covers some extreme circumstances, including fatigue load, earthquake, explosion, high temperature (fire accident), and durability damage, and the special responses and analysis methods of its member under these conditions. This work is valuable as a textbook for post-graduates, and can be used as a reference for university teachers and under-graduates in the structural engineering field. It is also useful for structural engineers engaged in scientific research, design, or construction. + Focuses on the principles of reinforced concrete, providing professional and academic readers with a single volume reference. + Experimental data enables readers to make full use of the theory presented. + The mechanical behavior of both concrete and reinforcement materials, plus the combined function of both are covered, enabling readers to understand the behaviors of reinforced concrete structures and their members. + Covers behavior of the materials and members under normal and extreme conditions.

Michael R. Lindeburg, Majid Baradar ... 250 pages - Publisher: Professional Publications; 8th edition (January, 2001) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1888577525 - ISBN-13: 978-1888577525.

Seismic Design of Building Structures provides essential background instruction for the seismic problems on the civil PE exam. Using relevant codes, this book presents topics from basic seismic concepts through detailing requirements. The 30 sample problems and 113 practice problems, all with step-by-step solutions, offer valuable preparation for the exam. The eighth edition references the 1997 Uniform Building Code, the version of the code currently tested on the exam. Exam subjects covered include: Analysis of diaphragms * Detailing of roof-wall connections * Calculating chord and strut forces * UBC nailing requirements.

P. C. Aïtcin ... 624 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (August, 1998) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0419192700 - ISBN-13: 978-0419192701 ...

A complete review of the fast-developing topic of high performance concrete (HPC) by one of the leading researchers in the field. It covers all aspects of HPC from materials, properties and technology, to construction and testing. The book will be valuable for all concrete technologists and construction engineers wihing to take advantage of the remarkable properties of the material.

M. Nadim Hassoun, Akthem Al-Manaseer ... 1032 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 5th edition (May, 2012) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1118131347 - ISBN-13: 978-1118131343 ...

Emphasizing a conceptual understanding of concrete design and analysis, this revised and updated edition builds the student's understanding by presenting design methods in an easy to understand manner supported with the use of numerous examples and problems. Written in intuitive, easy-to-understand language, it includes SI unit examples in all chapters, equivalent conversion factors from US customary to SI throughout the book, and SI unit design tables. In addition, the coverage has been completely updated to reflect the latest ACI 318-11 code.

Iain A MacLeod ... 206 pages - Publisher: Thomas Telford; (January, 2005) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 072773279X - ISBN-13: 978-0727732798 ...

This book is essential reading for 21st century practitioners and students who need to do structural analysis. It contains a great deal of information that is not available in any other book on the subject. This is because the conventional view of structural analysis is rooted in the early part of the 20th century in the pre-computer era rather than present time. A main feature of this text is the information on modelling process, which is omitted in traditional books. Another important feature is the inclusion of what the author calls validation information, which is used to assess whether a model is capable of satisfying the objectives of the analysis.

Emil Simiu ... 352 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 2nd edition (September, 2011) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0470464925 - ISBN-13: 978-0470464922 ...

ASCE 7 is the US standard for identifying minimum design loads for buildings and other structures. ASCE 7 covers many load types, of which wind is one. The purpose of this book is to provide structural and architectural engineers with the practical state-of-the-art knowledge and tools needed for designing and retrofitting buildings for wind loads. The book will also cover wind-induced loss estimation. This new edition include a guide to the thoroughly revised, 2010 version of the ASCE 7 Standard provisions for wind loads; incorporate major advances achieved in recent years in the design of tall buildings for wind; present material on retrofitting and loss estimation; and improve the presentation of the material to increase its usefulness to structural engineers. Key features: * New focus on tall buildings helps make the analysis and design guidance easier and less complex. * Covers the new simplified design methods of ASCE 7-10, guiding designers to clearly understand the spirit and letter of the provisions and use the design methods with confidence and ease. * Includes new coverage of retrofitting for wind load resistance and loss estimation from hurricane winds. * Thoroughly revised and updated to conform with current practice and research.

M. Y. H. Bangash ... 706 pages - Publisher: Springer; (2011) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 3540938176 - ISBN-13: 978-3540938170 ...

Karoly A. Zalka ... 284 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (July, 2012) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415595738 - ISBN-13: 978-0415595735 ...

A sound and more modern Eurocode-based approach to design is the global approach, where the structures are considered as whole units, rather than to use traditional element-based design procedures. Although large frameworks and even whole buildings are now routinely analysed using computer packages, structural engineers do not always understand complex three-dimensional behaviour and thus manipulate the stiffness and the location of the bracing units to achieve an optimum structural arrangement. This guide deals with two categories of multi-storey structures. It can be used for the plane stress, stability and frequency analysis of individual bracing units such as frameworks, coupled shear walls and cores. In addition, and perhaps more importantly, it can be used for the three dimensional stress, stability and frequency analysis of whole buildings consisting of such bracing units. The closed-form solutions in the book may also prove to be useful at the preliminary design stage when quick checks are needed with different structural arrangements. Their usefulness cannot be overemphasized for checking the results of a finite element (computer-based) analysis when the input procedure involves tens of thousands of items of data and where mishandling one item of data may have catastrophic consequences. In addition to the critical load, the fundamental frequency, the maximum stresses and the top deflection of frameworks, coupled shear walls, cores and their spatial assemblies, a very important new piece of information is the "safety factor" of the structure (either a single unit or a whole building), which also acts as the performance indicator of the structure. MathCAD worksheets can be downloaded from the book’s accompanying website.

J. A. Charles ... 336 pages - Publisher: IHS BRE Press; (November, 2010) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1860817270 - ISBN-13: 978-1860817274

Foundations affect how the main structure of a building behaves and can be a major factor in determining whether or not it performs satisfactorily in the long term. Decisions about foundations for low-rise buildings are often made by people who have only limited understanding of the engineering of the ground: this book has been written for such people and their professional advisors, including architects, surveyors, loss adjusters, planners, insurance underwriters and property developers. BRE has published guidance over a number of years on various aspects of foundations for low-rise buildings, and Geotechnics for building professionals brings together this guidance into a single unified format and approach. It gives an overview of ground behaviour and geotechnics, but focuses on shallow foundations for low-rise buildings. The first five chapters of the book cover regulations and legislation for foundations and contaminated land, types of ground, soil behaviour and ground assessment. Two chapters focus on foundation design and foundations on difficult ground. Brownfield land and ground treatment are then discussed, and the last three chapters deal with foundation movement and damage, remedial treatment and underpinning, and ancillary works (hardcore, soakaways, drains, small embankments, small retaining walls, freestanding walls).

Michael Seidel, D. S. Sturge ... 240 pages - Publisher: Ernst&Sohn; 1st edition (August, 2009) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 3433029229 - ISBN-13: 978-3433029220 ...

Tensile surface structures are the visual expression of an intensive rethinking of the topic of building envelopes by designers. Advances in design methods, materials, construction elements and assembly and erection planning in the field of lightweight construction are enabling ever more exacting applications of tensile structures with envelope and structural functions, especially in roofing over large clear spans without internal support. However, the particular mechanical characteristics of the materials used in the construction of textile structures demand consideration of the question of "buildability". This book provides answers by discussing the fundamental influence of material manufacture and assembly in deciding the most suitable type of building or structure and its detailing in the design process. The fundamentals of material composition, manufacturing process, patterning and the behaviour of flexible structural systems are all explained here, as well as their use as structural and connection elements, and special attention is given to the erection of wide-span lightweight structures. The erection equipment is described, as well as the lifting and tensioning process and the construction methods used to erect the characteristic types of tensile structures, illustrated with a selection of example projects.

Edward Allen, Joseph Iano ... 1008 pages - Publisher: John Wiley&Sons; 5th edition (December, 2008) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 047007468X - ISBN-13: 978-0470074688 ...

Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. New introductory material on the processes, organization, constraints, and choices in construction offers a better look at the management of construction. New sections covering the building envelope uncover the secrets to designing enclosures for thermal insulation, vapor retarders, air barriers, and moisture control. The Fifth Edition also features more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach and the latest IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM references, and LEED information.

David Parker, Antony Wood ... 512 pages - Publisher: Routledge; 1st edition (2013) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415780411 - ISBN-13: 978-0415780414 ...

John W. Bull ... 472 pages - Publisher: ICE Publishing; (October, 2012) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0727741446 - ISBN-13: 978-0727741448 ...

ICE manual of structural design: buildings is the definitive reference for practising civil and structural engineers involved in the design of buildings. Written and edited by recognised experts from industry and academia, the manual delivers best practice knowledge and practical guidance, covering all key aspects of building design in a single volume. The manual takes a practical, three-part approach to the structural design process – addressing fundamental principles, concept design and detailed design – highlighting essential calculations and techniques. Key features: Accessible, practical solutions to common design issues. + Richly illustrated, allowing clear visual representation of complex principles, calculations and techniques. + Case studies and examples, illustrating practical application of theoretical principles. + Extensively referenced, providing a wide variety of further resources for detailed information. Part of the ICE manuals series, ICE manual of structural design: buildings is an invaluable resource for all practising engineers seeking best practice guidance in the structural design of buildings, regardless of their specialty or individual contribution to building projects.

Shengwei Wang ... 264 pages - Publisher: Routledge; 1st edition (December, 2009) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415475716 - ISBN-13: 978-0415475716 ...