Structural Engineering (For Architecture, Urban Planning, and Engineering Management Majors)

Author: Luo Fuxu, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-05-17
Features: This book serves as the textbook for the "Structural Engineering" course in architectural and construction management programs, and is also applicable for civil engineering programs and higher vocational and technical programs. The first chapter elaborates on several overall issues such as the tasks and functions of structures, loads and materials, failure and design, as well as the relationship between structures and architecture, and construction. Chapters 2 and 3 discuss major structural components and units, including beams, slabs, columns, walls, frames, trusses (grid frames), arches, shells, and cables. Chapters 4 to 7 cover reinforced concrete, masonry, steel structures, and seismic design requirements. The eighth chapter provides two structural design examples.
Compared to traditional textbooks, this book has the following characteristics:
(1) From the overall structure to the local components and units of the structure;
(2) From the principles of structural design to the calculation and estimation of structural components;
(3) From reinforced concrete structures to masonry and steel structures;
(4) Clear chapters with abundant illustrations, allowing teachers and students to choose freely.
This book is also applicable for architects, structural designers, and civil engineering construction personnel.