Structural Engineering

An essential guide for owners, consulting and construction engineers, this new edition provides a review of field experience and deteriorating processes, and outlines procedures for durability analysis and selection of additional protective strategies and measures. It also details performance-based ..

The third volume in this series, this deals with dams which generate electricity and maintain the natural resources and industrial facilities, including power-generating stations, storage tanks and piping of nuclear power stations...

This is the first book to examine the different types of loading in a comprehensive and systematic manner,and look at their significance in the design process...

This text offers comprehensive coverage of the analytical tools required to determine the dynamic response of structures. It examines a variety of analysis tools from the traditional to the most current. Of great practical use to civil, mechanical and aeronautical engineers, this book includes worka..

Developments in earthquake engineering have focused on the capacity and response of structures, but they often overlook the importance of seismological knowledge to earthquake-proofing design. Reflecting the importance of appreciating the nature of a possible earthquake, this volume explores the con..

This book introduces practising engineers and post-graduate students to modern approaches to seismic design, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete structures, earthquake resistant design of new buildings and assessment, repair and strengthening of existing buildings...

Presented completely within the framework of finite deformation theory, this text provides an up-to-date treatment of large deformation elastoplasticity, and includes numerous chapters on the mathematical and physical theories of plasticity. Self-contained, it includes an introduction to nonlinear c..

This book is aimed at developing the elementary analysis skills, familiarity and intuitive feel for composite construction that is required by undergraduate and graduate students, and by structural engineers. It does not require a prior knowledge of advanced analysis and design techniques, but build..

Non destructive evaluation methods are dominating most of the fields of applied research and technology in the last twenty years. These techniques provide information on the functional efficiency of materials and structures without introducing any structural aggravation on the structure itself. This..

Emerging Technologies in Non-Destructive Testing VI provides insight in the latest developments in the different techniques with a huge social impact. In addition, it facilitates the exchange of ideas among scientists and the industry, disseminating academic knowledge to society – and the other way ..

Environmental Management Plans Demystified takes you step-by-step through the process and procedures required to implement a successful plan. Its clear, accessible style allows you to achieve ISO 14001 compliance with ease...

The latest edition of this well-known book makes available to structural design engineers a wealth of practical advice on effective design of concrete structures. It covers the complete range of concrete elements and includes numerous data sheets,..