Matrix Analysis Framed Structures (VNR Structural Engineering S.) - Hardcover

Weaver, William; Gere, James M.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0442234856 ISBN 13: 9780442234850

Publisher: Kluwer Academic Publishers, 1990

Synopsis

Matrix analysis of structures is a vital subject to every structural analyst, whether working in aero-astro, civil, or mechanical engineering. It provides a comprehensive approach to the analysis of a wide variety of structural types, and therefore offers a major advantage over traditional metho~ which often differ for each type of structure. The matrix approach also provides an efficient means of describing various steps in the analysis and is easily programmed for digital computers. Use of matrices is natural when performing calculations with a digital computer, because matrices permit large groups of numbers to be manipulated in a simple and effective manner. This book, now in its third edition, was written for both college students and engineers in industry. It serves as a textbook for courses at either the senior or first-year graduate level, and it also provides a permanent reference for practicing engineers. The book explains both the theory and the practical implementation of matrix methods of structural analysis. Emphasis is placed on developing a physical understanding of the theory and the ability to use computer programs for performing structural calculations.

About this title

Synopsis

The previous edition of this classic is cited in BCL3 . This edition adds new material to allow the use of personal computers in the solution of problems. It also features an entirely new chapter on the finite element method for framed structures and new sections on repeated substructures and the omission of axial strains in frames. Annotation copy

Edition details

• Publisher: Kluwer Academic Publishers
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0442234856
• ISBN 13: 9780442234850
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 547