Tension Cable -- Membrane Structure Analysis and Design

Author: Yang Qingshan
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book introduces the analysis and design of cable-membrane structures. In the Chapter Introduction, it presents the evolution of engineering structures and the development history of thin-membrane structures. Chapter 2, based on thin-shell theory, introduces the mechanical characteristics of cable-membrane structures and their relationship with structural forms. Chapters 3 and 4 provide the fundamental knowledge and theories required for the analysis of cable-membrane structures, including the physical and mechanical properties of steel cables and membrane materials, the large-displacement theory of solid mechanics, and the finite element analysis method. Chapters 5 to 8 respectively cover the morphological analysis, cutting analysis, load analysis, and node design of cable-membrane structures. Chapter 9 introduces the basic functions and usage methods of the cable-membrane structure analysis and design software CAFA. The tenth chapter, which focuses on architectural concepts in cable-membrane structure design, highlights the exceptionally close integration of architectural design and structural design in cable-membrane structures. This book serves as a reference for structural engineers in civil engineering, architects, construction technicians, and students and faculty of relevant disciplines, as well as graduate students in structural engineering.