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Performance-Based Optimization of Structures: Theory and Applications (Spon Research) - Hardcover

Liang, Qing Quan

 
9780415335942: Performance-Based Optimization of Structures: Theory and Applications (Spon Research)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0415335949 ISBN 13: 9780415335942
Publisher: CRC Press, 2004

Synopsis

Performance-Based Optimization of Structures introduces a method to bridge the gap between structural optimization theory and its practical application to structural engineering. The Performance-Based Optimization (PBO) method combines modern structural optimisation theory with performance based design concepts to produce a powerful technique for use in structural design. This book provides the latest PBO techniques for achieving optimal topologies and shapes of continuum structures with stress, displacement and mean compliance constraints.

The emphasis is strongly placed on practical applications of automated PBO techniques to the strut-and-tie modelling of structural concrete, which includes reinforced and prestressed concrete structures. Basic concepts underlying the development of strut-and-lie models, design optimization procedure, and detailing of structural concrete are described in detail. Alternative approaches to topology optimization are also introduced. The book contains numerous practical design examples illustrating the nature of the load transfer mechanism of structures.

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About the Author

Dr Qing Quan (Stephen) Liang is the Founder and President of the Australian Association for Steel-Concrete Composite Structures (AASCCS).

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Publisher
CRC Press
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0415335949
ISBN 13 
9780415335942
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
280