Structural Mechanics

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The book Structural Mechanics presents methods and applications for obtaining the stresses and strains in structures that may be 1-D, 2-D, or 3-D. The ultimate load of structures is also discussed. In every Chapter, the theoretical background, the assumptions, the governing equations, the solution methods, and examples are presented in detail. Applications for slabs, folded plates, shells, reinforced and prestressed concrete elements, long columns, beams and slabs on elastic foundations, silos,….. The book is intended to serve as textbooks for senior undergraduate and junior graduate levels, as well as, reference sources for the practicing engineer. Special emphasis has been given to applications of frequent occurrence in structural design practice. Numerous examples are given (about 240 examples), the solution of which has been exhibited so as to supplement the theoretical background and to familiarize the reader with the steps involved in actual problem solving. Emphasis is given also on graphical presentation (about 700 Figures). The book “Structural Mechanics” contains two volumes. Contents of the book are relevant to the fields of Theory of Elasticity, Structural Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Elastic Stability, Strength of Materials, Theory of Structures, … etc. Partial contents: The book “Structural Mechanics” is divided into twelve chapters as follows: introduction and review of principles and solution of equations of mathematics and engineering mechanics that are frequently encountered in structural mechanics, elements of elasticity, stresses in 1-D elements of homogeneous elastic materials, stresses in 1-D elements of heterogeneous elastic materials, stresses in granular materials and foundations, stresses in beams on elastic foundations, elastic stability and second order effects in compressed elements, stresses in plates, stresses in folded plates and shells, the finite element method, ultimate load analysis.