Structural system selection

Author: Chen Baosheng
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: This book systematically introduces common architectural structural forms, including beams, slabs, columns, trusses, frames, arches, thin-walled spaces, grid structures, grid shells, suspension cables, membranes, and high-rise building structures. It also presents examples of various architectural structural systems at home and abroad to help students deepen their understanding and broaden their perspectives. Tailored to the practical needs of architecture programs, the book systematically covers common architectural structural forms such as beams, slabs, trusses, arches, thin-walled spaces, grid structures, grid shells, suspension cables, membranes, and high-rise building structures. It emphasizes the structural characteristics, applicable ranges, and aesthetic principles of these forms. Additionally, it provides examples of architectural structural systems both domestically and internationally, enabling students to gain a deeper understanding and expand their design thinking. The book is written with a focus on key points, emphasizing practical applications over theoretical discussions. It serves as a textbook for architecture and related disciplines and can also be referenced by civil engineering professionals and candidates preparing for the national registered architect examination.