Architectural structure shape

Author: Chen Baosheng
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: This book systematically introduces common architectural structural forms based on the actual situation of architecture programs, including beams, slabs, trusses, arches, thin-walled spaces, grid shells, cable-suspended structures, membranes, and high-rise building structures. It emphasizes the structural characteristics, applicable scope, and aesthetic principles of these various forms. Additionally, it presents examples of various domestic and international architectural structural systems to deepen students' understanding and broaden their design perspectives. The book is written with a focus on key points, emphasizing practical applications over theoretical explanations. It can serve as a textbook for architecture and related programs, as well as a reference for civil engineering professionals and candidates preparing for the national registered architect examination.