Understanding and Application Examples of New and Old Steel Structure Code Comparisons

Author: Editorial Committee of "Understanding and Application Examples of New and Old Codes for Steel Structure Design"
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Publishing Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book adopts the form of a comparison between new and old codes for steel structure design, comprehensively introducing the main contents of the newly revised code GB50017-2003 and the original old code GBJ17-98, as well as the differences between the new and old codes. It also details the additions, deletions, modifications, and supplements made in the new code compared to the old one. The book primarily focuses on the content of the new code GB50017-2003, systematically explaining the requirements of the new code, the understanding and interpretation of its provisions, and the practical application of design calculation formulas in the provisions. At the same time, to suit the reading needs of a broad audience, the book is completely written according to the structural format of the "Code for Steel Structure Design" GB50017-2003. To help readers quickly grasp and apply the content of the new code, the book provides concise introductions for provisions where the new and old codes are the same or have minor revisions. For provisions with significant revisions or new additions in the new code, detailed explanations are provided. Additionally, each chapter is organized with a section titled "Introduction to the Main Revisions in This Chapter," and numerous examples of steel structure design calculations are included throughout the chapters, making the book more instructive. This book is suitable for professionals engaged in steel structure engineering design, construction, and research, as well as relevant technical personnel and university teachers and students for learning and reference.