Design of Concrete Structures - Hardcover

Nilson, Arthur H.; Winter, George

 
9780070465671: Design of Concrete Structures

Synopsis

Designed for courses in the design of concrete structures or reinforced concrete design, this text aims to help readers gain a firm understanding of the behaviour of reinforced concrete and a proficiency in the methods used in current design practice.

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From the Publisher

Applications impart an "engineering" flavor which reflects the author's practical experience.
Rewritten chapter covering torsion design represents the shift to newer methodology.
Rewritten chapter on slender column design reflects the latest research and Building Code treatment.
Entirely new chapter on seismic design and how it relates to all geographic areas has been added.
Strut-and-tie approach is emphasized throughout the text.
Revised chapter 5 covering bond and anchorage reflects new and simplified ACI Building Code provisions for design against bar pullout and concrete splitting along the reinforcing bars.

About the Author

Professor Emeritus - Cornell University all updated 4/2002

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