Thomas T. C. Hsu and Y. L. Mo - Unified Theory Of Concrete Structures

Wiley, 2010
pdf, 520 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-470-68874-8



Unified Theory of Concrete Structures develops an integrated theory that encompasses the various stress states experienced by both RC & PC structures under the various loading conditions of bending, axial load, shear and torsion. Upon synthesis, the new rational theories replace the many empirical formulas currently in use for shear, torsion and membrane stress.

The unified theory is divided into six model components: a) the struts-and-ties model, b ) the equilibrium (plasticity) truss model, c) the Bernoulli compatibility truss model, d) the Mohr compatibility truss model, e) the softened truss model, and f) the softened membrane model. Hsu presents the six models as rational tools for the solution of the four basic types of stress, focusing on the significance of their intrinsic consistencies and their inter-relationships. Because of its inherent rationality, this unified theory of reinforced concrete can serve as the basis for the formulation of a universal and international design code.
- Includes an appendix and accompanying website hosting the authors’ finite element program SCS along with instructions and examples
- Offers comprehensive coverage of content ranging from fundamentals of flexure, shear and torsion all the way to non-linear finite element analysis and design of wall-type structures under earthquake loading.
- Authored by world-leading experts on torsion and shear

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Frantisek Wald - Benchmark cases for advanced design of structural steel connections!

Ceska technika, 2016
pdf, 188 pages, english
ISBN: 978-80-01-05826-8



he CBFEM (component-based finite element model) is a new method to analyze and design connections of steel structures. The design focused CM (component model) is compared to FEM (finite elements models). The publication introduces Benchmark Cases for Validation and Verification procedures of structural steel joints. The hierarchy of the System response quantity is prepared for welded and bolted connections as well as for column bases. Each Benchmark Case starts with the task description and includes results of prediction by the analytical model according to EN 1993-1-5, references to experiments, validated model and numerical experiments, results of prediction by design Finite Element Analyses described in terms of global behavior and verification of resistance. At the end of the publication, the reader may check his calculation on Benchmark cases prepared for the particular joint. Finite Element Analyses is a current step in design of steel connections, which allows to predict the generally loaded joints with a complex geometry with the same efficiency and accuracy as the traditionally designed connections based on the best engineering practice. Implementation of the FEA models for the structural steel detailing creates the qualitative step as we may see in other areas of engineering.

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Paolo Rugarli - Steel Connection Analysis

Wiley-Blackwell, 2018
pdf, 537 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-30346-6



Steel connection analysis and checking is one of the most complex problems in structural engineering, and even though we use very powerful computing tools, it is still generally done using very simplistic approaches. Fromthe point of view of a typical structural engineer, the problem to solve is to design and check nodes,1 not single connections, i.e. a number of connections between a number of different members – maybe tens or even hundreds of load combinations, inclined member axes, and generic stress states. In a typical 3D structure there may be several tens of such nodes, or maybe even hundreds, which may be similar, or may be different from one another; identifying nodes that are equal is one of the problems that the designer has to face in order to reduce the number of different possible solutions, and in order to get a rational design. However, this problem of detecting equal nodes has not been sufficiently researched, and there are currently no tools that are able to properly solve this issue. If posed with the due generality, the problem of checking 3D nodes of real structures has not been solved by automatic computing tools. Also, because a general method of tackling all these problems is apparently still lacking, usually a few ”cooking recipes” have been used to solve a limited number of typical, recurring (2D assimilated) nodes. Indeed, it often happens that true, real world nodes have to be analyzed by such recipes, despite the fact that the basic hypotheses needed to apply these recipes do not always hold true. This poses a serious problem because although these ”cooking recipes” have been widely used, in the past few years they have been applied to 3D structures designed using computer tools, in the non-linear range, perhaps in seismic areas, and with the aim of reducing the weight of steel. The effects of such oversimplification have already been seen in many structures where steel connections have failed, especially in seismic areas (e.g. Booth 2014), but even in non-seismic areas (e.g. White et al. 2013, Bruneau et al. 2011). Generally speaking, it is well known that connections are one of the most likely points of weakness of steel structures, one of the most cumbersome to design – indeed one of the least designed – and one of the least software-covered in structural engineering.

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Akbar R. Tamboli - Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details

McGraw-Hill Education, 2017
pdf, 652 pages, english
ISBN: ISBN-13: 978-1259585517



Fully updated with the latest AISC and ICC codes and specifications, Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Second Edition, is the most comprehensive resource on load and resistance factor design (LRFD) available. This authoritative volume surveys the leading methods for connecting structural steel components, covering state-of-the-art techniques and materials, and includes new information on welding and connections. Hundreds of detailed examples, photographs, and illustrations are found throughout this practical handbook.
Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Second Edition, covers:
- Fasteners and welds for structural connections.
- Connections for axial, moment, and shear forces.
- Welded joint design and production.
- Splices, columns, and truss chords.
- Partially restrained connections.
- Seismic design.
- Structural steel details.
- Connection design for special structures.
- Inspection and quality control.
- Steel deck connections.
- Connection to composite members.

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Мандриков А. П. - Примеры расчета металлических конструкций

Лань, 2012
pdf, 433 pages, russian
ISBN 9785811413157



В учебном пособии рассмотрено проектирование балочной клетки рабочей промплощадки, подкрановой балки, металлических конструкций, резервуаров. Изложены расчет и конструирование настила, прокатных и составных сварных балок, центрально и внецентрально сжатых колонн, стропильных ферм из уголковых профилей, тавров и двутавров, гнутосварных и бесшовных горячекатных труб. Даны примеры расчета и конструирования.

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Wasantha Mampearachchi - Handbook on Concrete Block Paving

Springer, 2019
pdf, 103 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-9811384165
ISBN-10: 9811384169



This book provides a comprehensive overview of concrete block paving (CBP). Starting with the basics, such as the history, applications, advantages and limitations of CBP, it then discusses in detail the structural behavior, construction process, and design support conditions, covering topics like specifications for blocks and laying patterns, field performance and mix design for ICBP. Lastly, it examines good CBP practices and maintenance.

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Sean Moran - Process Plant Layout, Second Edition

Elsevier, 2017
pdf, 758 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-12-803355-5



Process Plant Layout, Second Edition, explains the methodologies used by professional designers to layout process equipment and pipework, plots, plants, sites, and their corresponding environmental features in a safe, economical way. It is supported with tables of separation distances, rules of thumb, and codes of practice and standards. The book includes more than seventy-five case studies on what can go wrong when layout is not properly considered. Sean Moran has thoroughly rewritten and re-illustrated this book to reflect advances in technology and best practices, for example, changes in how designers balance layout density with cost, operability, and safety considerations.

Key Features:
- Based on interviews with over 200 professional process plant designers
- Explains multiple plant layout methodologies used by professional process engineers, piping engineers, and process architects
- Includes advice on how to choose and use the latest CAD tools for plant layout
- Ensures that all methodologies integrate to comply with worldwide risk management legislation

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Franзois Levy, Jeffrey W. Ouellette - BIM for Design Firms: Data Rich Architecture at Small and Medium Scales

Wiley, 2019
pdf, 229 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-25283-2



This book expands on BIM (Building Information Modeling), showing its applicability to a range of design-oriented projects. It emphasizes the full impact that a data modeling tool has on design processes, systems, and the high level of collaboration required across the design team. It also explains the quantitative analysis opportunities that BIM affords for sustainable design and for balancing competing design agendas, while highlighting the benefits BIM offers to designing in 3D for construction. The book concludes with a deep look at the possible future of BIM and digitally-enhanced design.

Through clear explanation of the processes involved and compelling case studies of design-oriented projects presented with full-color illustrations, BIM for Design Firms: Data Rich Architecture at Small and Medium Scales proves that the power of BIM is far more than an improved documentation and sharing environment. It offers chapters that discuss a broad range of digital design, including problems with BIM, how readers can leverage BIM workflows for complex projects, the way BIM is taught, and more.

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Marc Borremans - Pumps & Compressors

Wiley - ASME Press Series, 2019
pdf, 498 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-534204



A practical guide to the majority of pumps and compressors used in engineering applications. Pumps and compressors are ubiquitous in industry, used in manufacturing, processing and chemical plant, HVAC installations, aerospace propulsion systems, medical applications, and everywhere else where there is a need to pump liquids, or circulate or compress gasses. This well-illustrated handbook covers the basic function, performance, and applications for the most widely used pump and compressor types available on the market today. It explains how each device operates and includes the governing mathematics needed to calculate device performance such as flow rates and compression. Additionally, real-world issues such as cavitation, and priming are covered. Pumps & Compressors is divided into two sections, each of which offers a notation of variables and an introduction. The Pumps section covers piston pumps, radial turbopumps, axial turbopumps, rotating pumps, hydraulic pumps, and pumps with driving flow. The Compressors section covers piston compressors, rotating compressors, turbo compressors, ejectors, vacuum pumps, and compressors for cooling purposes. A virtual encyclopedia of all pumps and compressors that describes the mechanics of all devices and the theory, mathematics, and formulas governing their function. Allows the reader to develop the skills needed to confidently select the appropriate pump or compressor type and specification for their applications. Pumps & Compressors is an excellent text for courses on pumps and compressors, as well as a valuable reference for professional engineers and laymen seeking knowledge on the topic.

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Яковлева М.В., Коткова О.Н., Широков В.С. - Восстановление и усиление железобетонных и каменных конструкций

Форум, Инфра-М 2015
pdf, 192 pages, russian
ISBN: 978-5-00091-064-1



Пособие предназначено для поверочных расчетов при оценке остаточного ресурса строительных конструкций и способов восстановления их несущей способности при выполнении практических занятий, а также для подготовки курсовых и выпускных квалификационных работ. В пособии рассмотрены основные виды усиления строительных конструкций. Приведены примеры расчета различных вариантов усиления с обоснованием их применения.

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Paul McMullin, Jonathan Price, Richard Seelos - Steel Design (Architect's Guidebooks to Structures)

Routledge, 2018
epub, 312 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-138-83106-3 (pbk)
ISBN: 978-1-315-73680-8 (ebk)



The advent of structural steel has profoundly changed building and bridge design across the globe. Rising from cast iron technology, steel makes possible skyscrapers and long-spanning bridges, informing our cityscapes. It is found in homes, warehouses, civic buildings, and industrial facilities, and is one of the basic building blocks of today’s infrastructure. This guide is designed to give the student and budding architect a foundation for successfully understanding and incorporating steel in their designs. It builds on Introduction to Structures in this series, presenting the essence of what structural engineers use most for steel design. If you are looking for the latest steel trends, or to plumb the depths of technology, you’re in the wrong place. If you want a book devoid of equations and legitimate engineering principles, return this book immediately and invest your money elsewhere. However, if you want a book that holds architects and engineers as intellectual equals, opening the door of steel design, you are very much in the right place. Yes, this book has equations. They are the language of engineering. They provide a picture of how structure changes when a variable is modified. To disregard equations is like dancing with our feet tied together. This book is full of in-depth design examples, written the way practicing engineers design. These can be built upon by reworking examples in class with different variables. Better yet, assign small groups of students to rework the example, each with new variables. Afterward, have them present their results and discuss the trends and differences. For learning assessment, consider assigning a design project. Students can use a past studio project, or a building that interests them. The project can start with determining structural loads, continue with designing key members, and end with consideration of connection and seismic design. They can submit design calculations and sketches summarizing their work and present their designs to the class. This approach requires a basic level of performance, while allowing students to dig deeper into areas of interest. Most importantly it places calculations in context; providing an opportunity to wrestle with the iterative nature of design, and experience the discomfort of learning a new language. Our great desire is to bridge the gap between structural engineering and architecture. A gap that historically didn’t exist, and is unnecessarily wide today. This book is authored by practicing engineers, who understand the technical nuances and the big picture of how a steel project goes together. We hope it opens the door for you.

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Wei-Wen Yu, Roger A. LaBoube, Helen Chen - Cold-Formed Steel Design, Fifth Edition

Wiley, 2019
epub, 514 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-48741-8



Hailed by professionals around the world as the definitive text on the design of cold-formed steel, this book provides descriptions of the construction and structural behavior of cold-formed steel members and connections from both theoretical and experimental points of view. Updated to reflect the 2016 AISI North American specification and 2015 North American framing standards, this all-new fifth edition offers readers a better understanding of the analysis and design of the thin-walled, cold-formed steel structures that have been widely used in building construction and other areas in recent years.

Cold-Formed Steel Design, 5th Edition has been revised and reorganized to incorporate the Direct Strength Method. It discusses the reasons and justification for the various design provisions of the North American specification and framing design standards. It provides chapter coverage of: the types of steels and their most important mechanical properties; the fundamentals of buckling modes; commonly used terms; the design of flexural members, compression members and closed cylindrical tubes, and of beam–columns using ASD, LRFD, and LSD methods; shear diaphragms and shell roof structures; standard corrugated sheets; and more.
- Updated to the 2016 North American (AISI S100) design specification and 2015 North American (AISI S240) design standard
- Offers thorough coverage of ASD, LRFD, LSD, and DSM design methods
- Integrates DSM in the main body of design provisions
- Features a new section on Power-Actuated Fastener (PAF) Connections
- Provides new examples and explanations of design provisions

Cold-Formed Steel Design, 5th Edition is not only instructive for students, but can serve as a major source of reference for structural engineers, researchers, architects, and construction managers.

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Добромыслов А.Н. - Ошибки проектирования строительных конструкций

Издательство Ассоциации строительных вузов, 2007
djvu, 184 pages, russian
ISBN: 978-1-119-48741-8



В книге рассмотрены мало освещенные в литературе вопросы возникновения ошибок при проектировании строительных конструкций и их последствия. Приведены наиболее часто встречающиеся ошибки при проектировании железобетонных, стальных, деревянных и каменных конструкций, оснований и фундаментов. Проанализированы аварии зданий и различных инженерных сооружений, вызванные ошибками проектирования. Отдельно рассмотрены ошибки при проектировании зданий и сооружений в сейсмических районах. Даны методы экспертной оценки проектов строительных конструкций и сооружений на предрасположенность аварии. Книга рассчитана на инженеров-проектировщиков и студентов строительных вузов.

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Jeom Kee Paik - Ultimate Limit State Analysis and Design of Plated Structures, Second Edition

Wiley, 2018
epub, 672 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-36778-9



Reviews and describes both the fundamental and practical design procedures for the ultimate limit state design of ductile steel plated structures. The new edition of this well-established reference reviews and describes both fundamentals and practical design procedures for steel plated structures. The derivation of the basic mathematical expressions is presented together with a thorough discussion of the assumptions and the validity of the underlying expressions and solution methods. Furthermore, this book is also an easily accessed design tool, which facilitates learning by applying the concepts of the limit states for practice using a set of computer programs, which can be downloaded. Ultimate Limit State Design of Steel Plated Structures provides expert guidance on mechanical model test results as well as nonlinear finite element solutions, sophisticated design methodologies useful for practitioners in industries or research institutions, and selected methods for accurate and efficient analyses of nonlinear behavior of steel plated structures both up to and after the ultimate strength is reached.

- Covers recent advances and developments in the field
- Includes new topics on constitutive equations of steels, test database associated with low/elevated temperature, and strain rates
- Includes a new chapter on a semi-analytical method
- Supported by a companion website with illustrative example data sheets
- Provides results for existing mechanical model tests
- Offers a thorough discussion of assumptions and the validity of underlying expressions and solution methods

Designed as both a textbook and a handy reference, Ultimate Limit State Design of Steel Plated Structures, Second Edition is well suited to teachers and university students who are approaching the limit state design technology of steel plated structures for the first time. It also meets the needs of structural designers or researchers who are involved in civil, marine, and mechanical engineering as well as offshore engineering and naval architecture.

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Edward Allen, Joseph Iano - Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 7th Edition

Wiley, 2019
pdf, 943 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-45024-5



dward Allen and Joseph Iano’s Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over thirty years. The materials and methods described in this new Seventh Edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics?ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure?help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its Seventh Edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included.

This Seventh Edition includes:
- 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
- The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
- Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
- Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
- Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
- Fully-updated collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor’s Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
- Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 7th Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career.

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Parking Generation Manual, 5th Edition

Institute of Transportation Engineers, 2019
pdf, 838 pages, english
ISBN-10: 1-933452-95-1
ISBN-13: 978-1-933452-95-1



The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) is an international membership association of transportation professionals who work to improve safety and mobility for all transportation system users and help build smart and livable communities. Through its products and services, ITE promotes professional development and career advancement for its members, supports and encourages education, identifies necessary research, develops technical resources including standards and recommended practices, develops public awareness programs, and serves as a conduit for the exchange of professional information. ITE develops the next generation of transportation professionals through its K–12 STEM program and its more than 150 student chapters.

Parking Generation Manual, 5th Edition is a publication of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). Parking Generation Manual is an educational tool for planners, transportation professionals, zoning boards, and others who are interested in estimating parking demand of a proposed development. Parking Generation Manual includes a complete set of searchable electronic files including land use descriptions and data plots for all available combinations of land uses, time periods, independent variables, and settings. Data contained in Parking Generation Manual are presented for informational purposes only and do not include ITE recommendations on the best course of action or the preferred application of the data. The information is based on parking generation studies submitted voluntarily to ITE by public agencies, developers, consulting firms, student chapters, and associations.

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Srinivasan Chandrasekaran - Advanced Steel Design of Structures

CRC Press, 2019
pdf, 303 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-367232-90-0



Advanced Steel Design of Structures examines the design principles of steel members under special loads and covers special geometric forms and conditions not typically presented in standard design books. It explains advanced concepts in a simple manner using numerous illustrative examples and MATLAB codes.

Features:
- Provides analysis of members under unsymmetrical bending
- Includes coverage of structures with special geometry and their use in offshore applications for ultra-deep water oil and gas exploration
- Presents numerical modeling and analysis of steel members under fire conditions, impact, and blast loads
- Includes MATLAB examples that will aid in the capacity building of civil engineering students approaching this complex subject

Written for a broad audience, the presentation of design concepts of steel members will be suitable for upper-level undergraduate students. The advanced design theories for offshore structures under special loads will be an attractive feature for post-graduate students and researchers. Practicing engineers will also find the book useful, as it includes numerous solved examples and practical tutorials.

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T.H.G. Megson - Structural and Stress Analysis, Fourth Edition

Butterworth-Heinemann, 2019
pdf, 1270 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-08-102586-4



Structural and Stress Analysis, Fourth Edition, provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to all types of structural and stress analysis. Starting with an explanation of the basic principles of statics, the book then covers normal and shear force, bending moments, and torsion. Building on the success of prior editions, this update features new material on structural dynamics and fatigue, along with additional discussions of Eurocode compliance in the design of beams. With worked examples, practice problems, and extensive illustrations, it is an all-in-one resource for students and professionals interested in learning structural analysis.

Key Features:
- Presents a comprehensive overview of structural and stress analysis
- Includes numerous worked examples and end-of-chapter problems
- Extensively illustrated to help visualize concepts
- Contains a greater focus on digital trends in structural engineering, including newer computer analysis methods and how to check output of such methods to avoid ‘black-box’ engineering
- Contains additional worked examples on plastic analysis of frames, bending moment distribution and displacement evaluations on collapse mechanics
- Introduces content on statics to ensure that students know the basic concepts and can understand the equilibrium principles that govern all structures as well as the principles of the mechanisms involved in computer-based calculations.

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Josip Brnic - Analysis of Engineering Structures and Material Behavior

Wiley, 2018
pdf, 496 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-32906-0



Analysis of Engineering Structures and Material Behavior is a textbook covering introductory and advanced topics in structural analysis. It begins with an introduction to the topic, before covering fundamental concepts of stress, strain and information about mechanical testing of materials. Material behaviors, yield criteria and loads imposed on the engineering elements are also discussed. The book then moves on to cover more advanced areas including relationships between stress and strain, rheological models, creep of metallic materials and fracture mechanics. Finally, the finite element method and its applications are considered.

Key features:
- Covers introductory and advanced topics in structural analysis, including load, stress, strain, creep, fatigue and finite element analysis of structural elements.
- Includes examples and considers mathematical formulations.
- A pedagogical approach to the topic.

Analysis of Engineering Structures and Material Behavior is suitable as a textbook for structural analysis and mechanics courses in structural, civil and mechanical engineering, as well as a valuable guide for practicing engineers.

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Francis D. K. Ching - Building Construction Illustrated, Sixth Edition

Wiley, 2020
pdf, epub, 515 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-58316-5



The #1 visual guide to building construction principles, updated with the latest materials, methods, and systems.

For over four decades, Building Construction Illustrated has been the leading visual guide to the principles of building construction. Filled with rich illustrations and in-depth content by renowned author Francis D.K. Ching, it offers students and practicing professionals the information needed to understand concepts in residential and commercial construction, architecture, and structural engineering.

This Sixth Edition of Building Construction Illustrated has been revised throughout to reflect the latest advancements in building design, materials, and systems, including resilient design, diagrids, modular foundation systems, smart fa?ade systems, lighting sources, mass timber materials, and more. It features new illustrations and updated information on sustainability and green building, insulation materials, and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies. This respected, industry standard guide remains as relevant as ever, providing the latest in codes and standards requirements, including IBC, LEED, and CSI MasterFormat. This Sixth Edition:

The leading illustrated guide to building construction fundamentals, written and detailed in Frank Ching's signature, illustrative style
Includes all new sections on resilient design; diagrids; modular foundation systems; smart fa?ade types and systems; lighting sources and systems; and mass timber materials, cross laminated timber (CLT) and nail laminated timber (NLT)
Revised to reflect that latest updates in codes and standards requirements: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), LEED v4, and CSI MasterFormat 2018
Includes updated information on sustainability and green building; insulation materials; stair uses; stoves and inserts; and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies
Offers instructors access to an Instructor's Manual with review questions

Building Construction Illustrated, Sixth Edition is an excellent book for students in architecture, civil and structural engineering, construction management, and interior design programs. Ching communicates these core principles of building construction in a way that resonates with those beginning their education and those well into their careers looking to brush up on the basics. Building Construction Illustrated is a reliable, lifelong guide that practicing architects, engineers, construction managers, and interior designers, will turn to time and again throughout their.

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Durability of Reinforced Concrete Structures
2020 | ISBN: 9780367278380
English | 149 pages
PDF | 14 MB

Reinforced concrete structures corrode as they age, with significant financial implications, but it is not immediately clear why some are more durable than others. This book looks at the mechanisms for corrosion and how corrosion engineering can be used for these problems to be minimized in future projects. Several different examples of reinforced concrete structures with corrosion problems are described and the various life enhancement solutions considered and applied are discussed. The book includes a chapter on the effectiveness of corrosion monitoring techniques and questions why the reality is at odds with current theory and standards.

Specialist contractors, consultants and owners of corrosion damaged structures will find this an extremely useful resource. It will also be a valuable reference for students at postgraduate level.


Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams: Analysis, Design, and Evaluation
English | ISBN: 1119056039
2020 | 320 pages
PDF | 23 MB

A comprehensive guide to modern-day methods for earthquake engineering of concrete dams
Earthquake analysis and design of concrete dams has progressed from static force methods based on seismic coefficients to modern procedures that are based on the dynamics of dam–water–foundation systems. Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams offers a comprehensive, integrated view of this progress over the last fifty years. The book offers an understanding of the limitations of the various methods of dynamic analysis used in practice and develops modern methods that overcome these limitations.
This important book:
Develops procedures for dynamic analysis of two-dimensional and three-dimensional models of concrete dams
Identifies system parameters that influence their response
Demonstrates the effects of dam–water–foundation interaction on earthquake response
Identifies factors that must be included in earthquake analysis of concrete dams
Examines design earthquakes as defined by various regulatory bodies and organizations
Presents modern methods for establishing design spectra and selecting ground motions
Illustrates application of dynamic analysis procedures to the design of new dams and safety evaluation of existing dams.
Written for graduate students, researchers, and professional engineers, Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams offers a comprehensive view of the current procedures and methods for seismic analysis, design, and safety evaluation of concrete dams.

Building Structures Ed 3
English | ISBN: 0470542608
2011 | 544 pages
PDF | 32 MB

The comprehensive reference on the basics of structural analysis and design, now updated with the latest considerations of building technology
Structural design is an essential element of the building process, yet one of the most difficult to learn. While structural engineers do the detailed consulting work for a building project, architects need to know enough structural theory and analysis to design a building. Most texts on structures for architects focus narrowly on the mathematical analysis of isolated structural components, yet Building Structures looks at the general concepts with selected computations to understand the role of the structure as a building subsystem―without the complicated mathematics.
New to this edition is a complete discussion of the LRFD method of design, supplemented by the ASD method, in addition to:
The fundamentals of structural analysis and design for architects
A glossary, exercise problems, and a companion website and instructor's manual
Material ideally suited for preparing for the ARE exam
Profusely illustrated throughout with drawings and photographs, and including new case studies, Building Structures, Third Edition is perfect for nonengineers to understand and visualize structural design.

Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, 13th Edition
English 2012
ISBN: 0132911272
PDF | pages: 746 | 105 mb

Anil K. Chopra - Dynamics of Structures, Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering, Fifth Edition in SI Units

Pearson, 2020
pdf, 994 pages, english
ISBN-10: 1-29-224918-8
ISBN-13: 978-1-29-224918-6



An expert on structural dynamics and earthquake engineering, Anil K. Chopra fills an important niche, explaining the material in a manner suitable for both students and professional engineers with his fifth edition, in SI units of Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering. No prior knowledge of structural dynamics is assumed, and the presentation is detailed and integrated enough to make the text suitable for self-study.

As a textbook on vibrations and structural dynamics, this book has no competition. The material includes many topics in the theory of structural dynamics, along with applications of this theory to earthquake analysis, response, design, and evaluation of structures, with an emphasis on presenting this often difficult subject in as simple a manner as possible through numerous worked-out illustrative examples. The fifth edition, in SI Edition includes new sections, figures, and examples, along with relevant updates and revisions.

New to this Edition. Updates, Improvements, and Expanded Sections in the fifth edition, in SI units.
- Two new sections have been added to Chapter 20, which is now more than twice its previous size. These additions were motivated by the increasing use of nonlinear response history analyses (RHAs) of buildings in professional practice.
- Individual chapter updates and revisions include:
--- Chapter 13 has been extended to include a response-spectrum-based method to estimate principal stresses in continuum structures, such as concrete dams.
--- Chapters 7, 9, and 18 have been expanded to include P—analysis of gravity load effects and an introduction to their influence on the lateral response, permanent deformation, and collapse of structures.
--- Chapter 11 has been revised to include recent data on damping ratios determined by system-identification analysis of motions of 203 buildings recorded during earthquakes. New recommendations for estimating damping ratios to be used in earthquake analysis of structures are presented.
--- Chapters 22 and 23 have been updated to reflect the current editions of building codes for designing new buildings, and of performance-based guidelines and standards for evaluating existing buildings.
- Many new figures, several worked-out examples, and end-of-chapter problems have been added.

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Aiqun Li - Vibration Control for Building Structures, Theory and Applications

Springer, 2020
pdf, 677 pages, english
ISBN 978-3-030-40789-6



This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the field of structural vibration reduction control, but may also be used as a reference source for more advanced topics. The content is divided into four main parts: the basic principles of structural vibration reduction control, structural vibration reduction devices, structural vibration reduction design methods, and structural vibration reduction engineering practices. As the book strikes a balance between theoretical and practical aspects, it will appeal to researchers and practicing engineers alike, as well as graduate students.

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Srinivasan Chandrasekaran - Advanced Steel Design of Structures
AISC 358-20s2 - Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications

CRC Press, 2020
pdf, 303 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-0-367-23290-0



Advanced Steel Design of Structures examines the design principles of steel members under special loads and covers special geometric forms and conditions not typically presented in standard design books. It explains advanced concepts in a simple manner using numerous illustrative examples and MATLAB codes.

Features:
- Provides analysis of members under unsymmetrical bending
- Includes coverage of structures with special geometry and their use in offshore applications for ultra-deep water oil and gas exploration
- Presents numerical modeling and analysis of steel members under fire conditions, impact, and blast loads
- Includes MATLAB examples that will aid in the capacity building of civil engineering students approaching this complex subject

Written for a broad audience, the presentation of design concepts of steel members will be suitable for upper-level undergraduate students. The advanced design theories for offshore structures under special loads will be an attractive feature for post-graduate students and researchers. Practicing engineers will also find the book useful, as it includes numerous solved examples and practical tutorials.

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Ram S. Gupta - Principles of Structural Design
Wood, Steel, and Concrete
Third Edition

CRC Press, 2020
pdf, 619 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-1-138-49353-7



Timber, steel, and concrete are common engineering materials used in structural design. Material choice depends upon the type of structure, availability of material, and the preference of the designer. The design practices the code requirements of each material are very different. In this updated edition, the elemental designs of individual components of each material are presented, together with theory of structures essential for the design. Numerous examples of complete structural designs have been included. A comprehensive database comprising materials properties, section properties, specifications, and design aids, has been included to make this essential reading.

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Paul Chess, Warren Green - Durability of Reinforced Concrete Structures

CRC Press, 2020
pdf, 149 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-0-367-27838-0



Reinforced concrete structures corrode as they age, with significant financial implications, but it is not immediately clear why some are more durable than others. This book looks at the mechanisms for corrosion and how corrosion engineering can be used for these problems to be minimized in future projects. Several different examples of reinforced concrete structures with corrosion problems are described and the various life enhancement solutions considered and applied are discussed. The book includes a chapter on the effectiveness of corrosion monitoring techniques and questions why the reality is at odds with current theory and standards.

Specialist contractors, consultants and owners of corrosion damaged structures will find this an extremely useful resource. It will also be a valuable reference for students at postgraduate level.

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Braja Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan - Principles of Foundation Engineering. 9th SI Edition

Cengage Learning, 2019
pdf, 884 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-1-337-70503-5



Soil mechanics and foundation engineering have developed rapidly during the last seventy years. Intensive research and observation in the field and the laboratory have refined and improved the science of foundation design. Originally published in the fall of 1983, Principles of Foundation Engineering is now in the
ninth edition. It is intended primarily for use by undergraduate civil engineering students. The use of this text throughout the world has increased greatly over the years. It has also been translated into several languages. New and improved materials that have been published in various geotechnical engineering journals and conference proceedings, consistent with the level of understanding of the intended users, have been incorporated into each edition of the text.

New to This Edition
Based on the increased developments in the field of geotechnical engineering, the authors have added three new chapters to this edition. The ninth edition of Principles of Foundation Engineering contains a total of 19 chapters. Listed here is a summary of the major revisions from the eighth edition and new additions to this edition.
● Numerous new photographs in full color have been included in various chapters as needed.
● The Introduction Chapter (Chapter 1) has been entirely revised and expanded with sections on geotechnical engineering, foundation engineering, soil exploration, ground improvement, solution methods, numerical modeling, empiricism, and literature.
● Chapter 2 on Geotechnical Properties of Soil includes new sections on the range of coefficient of consolidation and selection of shear strength parameters for design. All of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Chapter 3 on Natural Soil Deposits and Subsoil Exploration has an improved figure on soil behavior type chart based on cone penetration test.
● Chapter 4 on Instrumentation and Monitoring in Geotechnical Engineering is a new chapter that describes the use of instruments in geotechnical projects, such as piezometer, earth pressure cell, load cell, inclinometer, settlement plate, strain gauge, and others.
● Soil Improvement (Chapter 5) has some details on typical compaction requirements as well as improved figures in the section of precompression. About half of the problems at the end of the chapter are new.
● Chapter 6 on Shallow Foundations: Ultimate Bearing Capacity has new sections on a simple approach for bearing capacity with two-way eccentricities, and plane strain correction of friction angle.
● Chapter 7 on Ultimate Bearing Capacity on Shallow Foundation: Special Cases has a section on ultimate bearing capacity of a wedge-shaped foundation. About half of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Chapter 8 on Vertical Stress Increase in Soil has a new section on stress below a horizontal strip load of finite width and infinite length. The majority of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● In Chapter 9 on Settlement of Shallow Foundations, Section 9.3 on settlement based on the theory of elasticity has been thoroughly revised with the addition of the results of the studies of Poulos and Davis (1974) and Giroud (1968). In Section 9.6, which discusses the topic of settlement of foundation on sand based on standard penetration resistance, Terzaghi and Peck’s method (1967) has been added. Elastic settlement considering soil stiffness variation with stress level is given in a new section (Section 9.7). Other additions include settlement estimation using the L1 – L2 method (Section 9.9) (Akbas and Kulhawy, 2009) and Shahriar et al.’s (2014) method to estimate elastic settlement in granular soil due to the rise of ground water table (Section 9.10). The section on tolerable settlement of buildings has been fully revised. More than half of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● In Chapter 10 on Mat Foundations, the reinforcement design portion for the mats was removed to concentrate more on the geotechnical portion. All end-ofchapter problems are new.
● Chapter 11 on Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) is a new chapter. It provides the design philosophies of the allowable stress design (ASD) and load and resistance factor design in a simple way.
● Chapter 12 on Pile Foundations has a new section defining point bearing and friction piles (Section 12.5). Section 12.5 on installation of piles has been thoroughly revised. Factor of safety for axially loaded piles suggested by USACE (1991) has been incorporated in Section 12.8 on equations for estimating pile capacity. The analysis by Poulos and Davis (1974) for estimation of elastic settlement of piles has been included in Section 9.17. About half of the end-ofchapter problems are new.
● In Chapter 13 on Drilled Shaft Foundations, several figures have been improved to aid in better interpolation for solving problems. More than half of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Chapter 14 on Piled Rafts—An Overview is a new chapter. It describes optimizations of the advantages of pile foundations and raft foundations for construction of very tall buildings.
● In Chapter 15 on Foundations on Difficult Soil, all but two of end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Chapter 16 on Lateral Earth Pressure has two new sections on (a) generalized case for Rankine seismic active pressure—granular backfill (Section 16.5), and ( solution for passive earth pressure by lower bound theorem of plasticity (Section 16.15). The section on passive force on walls with earthquake forces (Section 16.7) has been expanded. All end-of-chapter problems are new.
● In Chapter 17 on Retaining Walls, a new section (Section 17.10) on gravity retaining wall design for earthquake conditions has been added. Discussion on the properties of geotextile has been expanded along with some new geotextile photographs. More than half of the end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Chapter 18 on Sheet-Pile Walls has three new sections added: (a) cantilever sheet piles penetrating sandy soil—a simplified approach (Section 18.8); ( free earth support method for penetration of sandy soil—a simplified approach (Section 18.10); and © holding capacity of deadman anchors (Section 18.18). All end-of-chapter problems are new.
● In Chapter 19 on Braced Cuts, all end-of-chapter problems are new.
● Each chapter now includes a Summary section. New and revised example problems are presented in various chapters as needed.

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Dejan Mumovic, Mat Santamouris - A Handbook of Sustainable Building Design and Engineering,
An Integrated Approach to Energy, Health and Operational Performance, Second edition

Routledge, 2019
pdf, 604 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-138-21547-4



The second edition of this authoritative textbook equips students with the tools they will need to tackle the challenges of sustainable building design and engineering. The book looks at how to design, engineer and monitor energy efficient buildings, how to adapt buildings to climate change, and how to make buildings healthy, comfortable and secure. New material for this edition includes sections on environmental masterplanning, renewable technologies, retrofitting, passive house design, thermal comfort and indoor air quality. With chapters and case studies from a range of international, interdisciplinary authors, the book is essential reading for students and professionals in building engineering, environmental design, construction and architecture.

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T. Agami Reddy, Jan F. Kreider, Peter S. Curtiss, Ari Rab - Heating and Cooling of Buildings
Principles and Practice of Energy Efficient Design, Third Edition

CRC Press, 2017
pdf, 898 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-4398-9989-2



Heating and Cooling of Buildings: Principles and Practice of Energy Efficient Design, Third Edition is structured to provide a rigorous and comprehensive technical foundation and coverage to all the various elements inherent in the design of energy efficient and green buildings. Along with numerous new and revised examples, design case studies, and homework problems, the third edition includes the HCB software along with its extensive website material, which contains a wealth of data to support design analysis and planning. Based around current codes and standards, the Third Edition explores the latest technologies that are central to design and operation of today’s buildings. It serves as an up-to-date technical resource for future designers, practitioners, and researchers wishing to acquire a firm scientific foundation for improving the design and performance of buildings and the comfort of their occupants. For engineering and architecture students in undergraduate/graduate classes, this comprehensive textbook.

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Subhabrata Ray, Gargi Das - Process Equipment and Plant Design, Principles and Practices

Elsevier, 2020
pdf, 841 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-12-814885-3



Process Equipment and Plant Design: Principles and Practices takes a holistic approach towards process design in the chemical engineering industry, dealing with the design of individual process equipment and its configuration as a complete functional system. Chapters cover typical heat and mass transfer systems and equipment included in a chemical engineering curriculum, such as heat exchangers, heat exchanger networks, evaporators, distillation, absorption, adsorption, reactors and more. The authors expand on additional topics such as industrial cooling systems, extraction, and topics on process utilities, piping and hydraulics, including instrumentation and safety basics that supplement the equipment design procedure and help to arrive at a complete plant design. The chapters are arranged in sections pertaining to heat and mass transfer processes, reacting systems, plant hydraulics and process vessels, plant auxiliaries, and engineered safety as well as a separate chapter showcasing examples of process design in complete plants. This comprehensive reference bridges the gap between industry and academia, while exploring best practices in design, including relevant theories in process design making this a valuable primer for fresh graduates and professionals working on design projects in the industry.

Key Features
- Serves as a consolidated resource for process and plant design, including process utilities and engineered safety.
- Bridges the gap between industry and academia by including practices in design and summarizing relevant theories.
- Presents design solutions as a complete functional system and not merely the design of major equipment.
- Provides design procedures as pseudo-code/flow-chart, along with practical considerations.

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David Jones, Michael Ashby - Engineering Materials 1
An Introduction to Properties, Applications and Design, 5 Edition

Elsevier, 2019
pdf, 588 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-08-102051-7



Widely adopted around the world, Engineering Materials 1 is a core materials science and engineering text for third- and fourth-year undergraduate students; it provides a broad introduction to the mechanical and environmental properties of materials used in a wide range of engineering applications. The text is deliberately concise, with each chapter designed to cover the content of one lecture. As in previous editions, chapters are arranged in groups dealing with particular classes of properties, each group covering property definitions, measurement, underlying principles, and materials selection techniques. Every group concludes with a chapter of case studies that demonstrate practical engineering problems involving materials. The 5th edition boasts expanded properties coverage, new case studies, more exercises and examples, and all-around improved pedagogy.

Engineering Materials 1, Fifth Edition is perfect as a stand-alone text for a one-semester course in engineering materials or a first text with its companion Engineering Materials 2: An Introduction to Microstructures and Processing, in a two-semester course or sequence.

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Feng Fu - Design and Analysis of Tall and Complex Structures

Elsevier, 2018
pdf, 313 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-08-101018-1



The design of tall buildings and complex structures involves challenging activities, including: scheme design, modelling, structural analysis and detailed design. This book provides structural designers with a systematic approach to anticipate and solve issues for tall buildings and complex structures.

This book begins with a clear and rigorous exposition of theories behind designing tall buildings. After this is an explanation of basic issues encountered in the design process. This is followed by chapters concerning the design and analysis of tall building with different lateral stability systems, such as MRF, shear wall, core, outrigger, bracing, tube system, diagrid system and mega frame. The final three chapters explain the design principles and analysis methods for complex and special structures. With this book, researchers and designers will find a valuable reference on topics such as tall building systems, structure with complex geometry, Tensegrity structures, membrane structures and offshore structures.

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Stephen Emmitt - Barry’s advanced construction of buildings, 4 Edition

Wiley, 2019
pdf, 560 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-1189-7710-1



The revised fourth edition of Barry's Advanced Construction of Buildings expands on the resource that has become a standard text on the construction of buildings. The fourth edition covers the construction of larger-scale buildings (primarily residential, commercial and industrial) constructed with load bearing frames in timber, concrete and steel; supported by chapters on offsite construction, piling, envelopes to framed buildings, fit-out and second fix, lifts and escalators, building pathology, upgrading and demolition.

The author covers the functional and performance requirements of the main building elements as well as building efficiency and information on meeting the challenges of limiting the environmental impact of buildings. Each chapter includes new "at a glance" summaries that introduce the basic material giving a good understanding of the main points quickly and easily. The text is fully up to date with the latest building regulations and construction technology. This important resource:

- Covers design, technology, offsite construction, site assembly and environmental issues of larger-scale buildings including primarily residential, commercial and industrial buildings constructed with load bearing frames.
- Highlights the concept of building efficiency, with better integration of the topics throughout the text
- Offers new "at a glance" summaries at the beginning of each chapter.
- Is a companion to Barry's Introduction to Construction of Buildings, fourth edition.

Written for undergraduate students and those working towards similar NQF level 5 and 6 qualifications in building and construction, Barry's Advanced Construction of Buildings is a practical and highly illustrated guide to construction practice. It covers the materials and technologies involved in constructing larger scale buildings.

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Pijush Samui, Dookie Kim, Nagesh Iyer, Sandeep Chaudhary - New Materials in Civil Engineering

Elsevier, 2020
pdf, 1082 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-12-818961-0



New Materials in Civil Engineering provides engineers and scientists with the tools and methods needed to meet the challenge of designing and constructing more resilient and sustainable infrastructures. This book is a valuable guide to the properties, selection criteria, products, applications, lifecycle and recyclability of advanced materials. It presents an A-to-Z approach to all types of materials, highlighting their key performance properties, principal characteristics and applications. Traditional materials covered include concrete, soil, steel, timber, fly ash, geosynthetic, fiber-reinforced concrete, smart materials, carbon fiber and reinforced polymers. In addition, the book covers nanotechnology and biotechnology in the development of new materials.

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Abi Aghayere, Jason Vigil - Structural Steel Design, Third Edition

Mercury Learning and Information, 2020
pdf, 956 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-68392-367-1



Structural Steel Design, Third Edition is a simple, practical, and concise guide to structural steel design – using the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and the Allowable Strength Design (ASD) methods -- that equips the reader with the necessary skills for designing real-world structures. Civil, structural, and architectural engineering students intending to pursue careers in structural design and consulting engineering, and practicing structural engineers will find the text useful because of the holistic, project-based learning approach that bridges the gap between engineering education and professional practice. The design of each building component is presented in a way such that the reader can see how each element fits into the entire building design and construction process. Structural details and practical example exercises that realistically mirror what obtains in professional design practice are presented.

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Ronald Woods, Cameron Andres, Ronald Smith - Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, Tenth Edition

Pearson, 2019
pdf, 561 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-0-13-470466-1



Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction teaches students how to apply design theory to the construction process, providing crucial working knowledge for contractors managing subcontractors. Progressing from basic to advanced material, the text appears on the approved reference list for numerous states requiring contractors to pass licensing exams. Its flexible organization gives instructors the option of teaching each chapter on a standalone basis in a range of construction, architecture, and engineering courses. The 10th edition expands its discussion of practical applications in structural design projects and adds practice opportunities preparing students for licensing exams.

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K. L. Mittal, S. K. Panigrahi - Structural Adhesive Joints: Design, Analysis, and Testing

Wiley, 2020
pdf, 342 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-119-73643-1



Most structures are comprised of a number of individual parts or components which have to be connected to form a system with integral load transmission path. The structural adhesive bonding represents one of the most enabling technologies to fabricate most complex structural configurations involving advanced materials (e.g. composites) for load-bearing applications. Quite recently there has been a lot of activity in harnessing nanotechnology (use of nanomaterials) in ameliorating the existing or devising better performing structural adhesives.
The 10 chapters by subject matter experts look at the following issues: surface preparation for structural adhesive joints SAJ, use of nanoparticles in enhancing performance of SAJ, optimization of SAJ, durability aspects of SAJ, debonding of SAJ, fracture mechanics of SAJ, failure analysis of SAJ, damage behavior in functionally graded SAJ, impact, shock and vibration characteristics of composites for SAJ, delamination arrest methods in SAJ.

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Mustafa Mahamid, Edwin Gaylord, Charles Gaylord - Structural Engineering Handbook, Fifth Edition

McGraw Hill, 2020
pdf, 958 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-26-011599-4



This Handbook is the industry-standard guide to structural engineering - fully updated for the latest advances and regulations.

For 50 years, this internationally renowned handbook has been the go-to reference for structural engineering specifications, codes, technologies, and procedures. Featuring contributions from a variety of experts, the book has been revised to align with the codes that govern structural design and materials, including IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 37, ACI, AISC, AASHTO, NDS, and TMS. Concise, practical, and user-friendly, this one-of-a-kind resource contains real-world examples and detailed descriptions of today’s design methods.

Structural Engineering Handbook, Fifth Edition, covers:
- Computer applications in structural engineering.
- Earthquake engineering.
- Fatigue, brittle fracture, and lamellar tearing.
- Soil mechanics and foundations.
- Design of steel structural and composite members.
- Plastic design of steel frames.
- Design of cold-formed steel structural members.
- Design of aluminum structural members.
- Design of reinforced- and prestressed-concrete structural members.
- Masonry construction and timber structures.
- Arches and rigid frames.
- Bridges and girder boxes.
- Building design and considerations.
- Industrial and tall buildings.
- Thin-shell concrete structures.
- Special structures and nonbuilding structures.

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Michael Lindeburg - Civil Engineering Reference Manual for the PE Exam, Fifteenth Edition

PPI, 2015
pdf, 1648 pages, english
ISBN-13: 9781591265085
ISBN-10: 1591265088



Since 1975, PPI has helped over 4 million engineers, architects, and designers achieve their licensure goals.

Comprehensive Civil PE Exam Coverage The Civil Engineering Reference Manual is the most comprehensive textbook for the NCEES Civil PE exam. This book's time-tested organization and clear explanations start with the basics to help you quickly get up to speed with common civil engineering concepts. Together, the 90 chapters provide an in-depth review of all of the topics, codes, and standards listed in the NCEES Civil PE specifications. The extensive index contains thousands of entries, with multiple entries included for each topic, so you can find the topics referenced no matter how you search. This book features: over 100 appendices containing essential support material over 500 clarifying examples over 550 common civil engineering terms defined in an easy-to-use glossary thousands of equations, figures, and tables industry-standard terminology and nomenclature equal support of U.S. customary and SI units After you pass your exam, the Civil Engineering Reference Manual will continue to serve as an invaluable reference throughout your civil engineering career. Exam Topics Covered Civil Breadth: Project Planning; Means and Methods; Soil Mechanics; Structural Mechanics; Hydraulics and Hydrology; Geometrics; Materials; Site Development Construction: Earthwork Construction and Layout; Estimating Quantities and Costs; Construction Operations and Methods; Scheduling; Material Quality Control and Production; Temporary Structures; Health and Safety. For additional Construction Depth coverage, check out the Construction Depth Reference Manual. Geotechnical Site Characterization; Soil Mechanics, Laboratory Testing, and Analysis; Field Materials Testing, Methods, and Safety; Earthquake Engineering and Dynamic Loads; Earth Structures; Groundwater and Seepa≥ Problematic Soil and Rock Conditions; Earth Retaining Structures; Shallow Foundations; Deep Foundations Structural: Analysis of Structures; Design and Details of Structures; Codes and Construction. For additional Structural coverage, check out the Structural Engineering Reference Manual . Transportation: Traffic Engineering; Horizontal Design; Vertical Design; Intersection Geometry; Roadside and Cross-Section Design; Signal Design; Traffic Control Design; Geotechnical and Pavement; Draina≥ Alternatives Analysis. For additional Transportation Depth coverage, check out the Transportation Depth Reference Manual. Water Resources and Environmental: Analysis and Design; Hydraulics-Closed Conduit; Hydraulics-Open Channel; Hydrology; Groundwater and Wells; Wastewater Collection and Treatment; Water Quality; Drinking Water Distribution and Treatment; Engineering Economic Analysis.

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An Introduction to Excel for Civil Engineers: From engineering theory to Excel practice

Antonio Reis, Jose Oliveira Pedro - Bridge Design: Concepts and Analysis

Wiley, 2019
pdf, 541 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-470-84363-5



Bridge Design - Concepts and Analysis provides a unique approach, combining the fundamentals of concept design and structural analysis of bridges in a single volume. The book discusses design solutions from the authors’ practical experience and provides insights into conceptual design with concrete, steel or composite bridge solutions as alternatives.

Key features:
- Principal design concepts and analysis are dealt with in a unified approach.
- Execution methods and evolution of the static scheme during construction are dealt with for steel, concrete and composite bridges.
- Aesthetics and environmental integration of bridges are considered as an issue for concept design.
- Bridge analysis, including modelling and detail design aspects, is discussed for different bridge typologies and structural materials.
- Specific design verification aspects are discussed on the basis of present design rules in Eurocodes.

The book is an invaluable guide for postgraduate students studying bridge design, bridge designers and structural engineers.

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Hwai-Chung Wu, Christopher Eamon - Strengthening of Concrete Structures Using Fiber Reinforced Polymers

Elsevier, 2017
pdf, 342 pages, english
ISBN: 978-0-08-100636-8



Strengthening of Concrete Structures Using Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP): Design, Construction and Practical Applications presents a best practice guide on the structural design and strengthening of bridge structures using advanced Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites. The book briefly covers the basic concepts of FRP materials and composite mechanics, while focusing on practical design and construction issues, including inspection and quality control, paying special attention to the differences in various design codes (US, Japan, and Europe) and recommendations.

At present, several design guides from the US, Japan, and Europe are available. These guidelines are often inconsistent and do not cover all necessary design and inspection issues to the same degree of detail. This book provides a critical review and comparison of these guidelines, and then puts forward best practice recommendations, filling a significant gap in the literature, and serving as an important resource for engineers, architects, academics, and students interested in FRP materials and their structural applications. Written from a practitioner's point-of-view, it is a valuable design book for structural engineers all over the world.

-Includes a large quantity of design examples and structural software to facilitate learning and help readers perform routine design
-Provides recommendations for best practices in design and construction for the strengthening of bridge structures using advanced fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites
-Presents comprehensive guidelines on design, inspection, and quality control, including laboratory and field testing information

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Dongzhou Huang,Bo Hu - Concrete Segmental Bridges
Theory, Design, and Construction to AASHTO LRFD Specifcations

CRC, 2020
pdf, 1028 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-4987-9900-3



Segmental concrete bridges have become one of the main options for major transportation projects world-wide. They offer expedited construction with minimal traffic disruption, lower life cycle costs, appealing aesthetics and adaptability to a curved roadway alignment. The literature is focused on construction, so this fills the need for a design-oriented book for less experienced bridge engineers and for senior university students.

It presents comprehensive theory, design and key construction methods, with a simple design example based on the AASHTO LRFD Design Specifications for each of the main bridge types. It outlines design techniques and relationships between analytical methods, specifications, theory, design, construction and practice. It combines mathematics and engineering mechanics with the authors’ design and teaching experience.

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M. Rashad Islam, Rafiqul A. Tarefder - Pavement Design
Materials, Analysis, and Highways

McGraw Hill, 2020
pdf, 574 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-26-045892-3



The authors are delighted to introduce this pavement design book to civil engineering students. It focuses on the most recent invention in pavement design, the pavement mechanistic-empirical (ME) design approach. Practical design examples are included in this textbook to help students understand the pavement mechanics and models used in this new approach. Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam-style questions are also included so that this book can be helpful for the FE examination as well. The authors believe that this text will be valuable for understanding pavement engineering.

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Athanassios Nikolaides - Highway Engineering
Pavements, Materials and Control of Quality

CRC, 2015
pdf, 868 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-1-4665-7997-2



Highway engineering is the term that replaced the traditional term road engineering used in the past, after the introduction of modern highways. Highway engineering is a vast subject that involves planning, design, construction, maintenance and management of roads, bridges and tunnels for the safe and effective transportation of people and goods.

This book concentrates on design, construction, maintenance and management of pavements for roads/highways. It also includes pavement materials since they are an integral part of pavements. It has been written for graduates, postgraduates as well as practicing engineers and laboratory staff and incorporates the author’s 30 years of involvement in teaching, researching and practicing the subject of highway engineering.

Advancements in pavement materials, design, construction, maintenance and pavement management and the globalisation of the market make it imperative for the highway engineer to be aware of the techniques and standards applied globally.

One of the objectives of the book is to provide integrated information on the abovementioned disciplines of highway engineering.

Another objective is to include in one book both European and American standards and practices (CEN EN, ASTM, AASHTO and Asphalt Institute). This would result in a more useful reference textbook to pavement engineering courses taught in European and American educational establishments.

Another objective of this book is to provide a reference textbook to practicing pavement engineers and materials testing laboratory staff, working in countries employing European or American standards and techniques.

Apart from information regarding European and American practices, the reader can also find some specific information on practices employed in countries such as the United Kingdom, France and Greece, as well as Australia.

In addition, this book also aims to provide integrated information related to pavement materials (soil, aggregates, bitumen, asphalts and reclaimed material), material testing for acceptability and quality assurance, asphalt mix design, flexible and rigid pavement design, construction, maintenance and strengthening procedures, quality control of production and acceptance of asphalts, pavement evaluation, asphalt plants and pavement recycling. It also covers the basic principles of pavement management.

The book in its 18 chapters contains many tables, graphs, charts and photographs to assist the reader in learning and understanding the subject of pavement engineering and materials. It also contains a great number of references, a valuable tool to help the reader seek more information and enhance his or her knowledge.

The short description of all pavement material testing procedures, required by Europeanand American standards, as well as pavement design and maintenance procedures covered, does not, by any means, substitute or replace the standards and procedures developed by the various organisations and agencies. The reader is advised to always consult the standards or manuals developed when engaged in testing, design, construction or maintenance works.

It is hoped that this textbook will not only contribute to the understanding of the wide and challenging subject of pavement engineering but also enable a more effective and economical design, construction and maintenance of pavements by employing updated standards, practices and techniques.

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American Concrete Institute:
Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-19)
Commentary on Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318R-19)

ACI, 2019
pdf, 628 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-64195-056-5



The ”Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete” (”Code”) provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural concrete buildings and, where applicable, nonbuilding structures. This Code was developed by an ANSI-approved consensus process and addresses structural systems, members, and connections, including cast-in-place, precast, shotcrete, plain, nonprestressed, prestressed, and composite construction. Among the subjects covered are: design and construction for strength, serviceability, and durability; load combinations, load factors, and strength reduction factors; structural analysis methods; deflection limits; mechanical and adhesive anchoring to concrete; development and splicing of reinforcement; construction document information; field inspection and testing; and methods to evaluate the strength of existing structures.

The Code was substantially reorganized and reformatted in 2014, and this Code continues and expands that same organizational philosophy. The principal objectives of the reorganization were to present all design and detailing requirements for structural systems or for individual members in chapters devoted to those individual subjects, and to arrange the chapters in a manner that generally follows the process and chronology of design and construction. Information and procedures that are common to the design of multiple members are located in utility chapters. Additional enhancements implemented in this Code to provide greater clarity and ease of use include the first use of color illustrations and the use of color to help the user navigate the Code and quickly find the information they need. Special thanks to Bentley Systems, Incorporated, for use of their ProConcrete software to produce many of the figures found in the Commentary.

Uses of the Code include adoption by reference in a general building code, and earlier editions have been widely used in this manner. The Code is written in a format that allows such reference without change to its language. Therefore, background details or suggestions for carrying out the requirements or intent of the Code provisions cannot be included within the Code itself. The Commentary is provided for this purpose.

Some considerations of the committee in developing the Code are discussed in the Commentary, with emphasis given to the explanation of new or revised provisions. Much of the research data referenced in preparing the Code is cited for the user desiring to study individual questions in greater detail. Other documents that provide suggestions for carrying out the requirements of the Code are also cited.

Keywords: admixtures; aggregates; anchorage (structural); beam-column frame; beams (supports); caissons; cements; cold weather; columns (supports); combined stress; composite construction (concrete to concrete); compressive strength; concrete; construction documents; construction joints; continuity (structural); contraction joints; cover; curing; deep beams; deep foundations; deflections; drilled piers; earthquake-resistant structures; flexural strength; floors; footings; formwork (construction); hot weather; inspection; isolation joints; joints (junctions); joists; lightweight concretes; load tests (structural); loads (forces); mixture proportioning; modulus of elasticity; moments; piles; placing; plain concrete; precast concrete; prestressed concrete; prestressing steels; quality control; reinforced concrete; reinforcing steels; roofs; serviceability; shear strength; shotcrete; spans; splicing; strength analysis; stresses; structural analysis; structural design; structural integrity; structural walls; T-beams; torsion; walls; water; welded wire reinforcement.

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