Introduction to Nonlinear Behavior of Structures
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2018
Pages: 188
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The primary purpose of Introduction to Nonlinear Behavior of Structures is to give an introduction to the subject using only the virtual work method and to provide an understanding of nonlinear structural behavior without the need to consider the added complexities of the matrix analysis method or finite element method. It is hoped that by introducing the material in this way readers will not only learn important concepts about nonlinear structural behavior, but it will also provide them with a firm foundation for further study of this important and fascinating subject.
Chapter 1 Review of Virtual Work: Trusses
Calculating the Displacements of Trusses
Chapter 2 Review of Virtual Work: Beams and Frames
Calculating the Displacements of Beams and Frames
Chapter 3 Equilibrium in the Deformed Configuration: Beam-Columns and Trusses
Beam-Columns and Trusses with Linear-Elastic Material Properties
Chapter 4 Linear-Elastic, Perfectly-Plastic Material Behavior: Shaft Torsion
Stiffness Reduction of Solid Circular Shafts in Torsion
Chapter 5 Linear-Elastic, Perfectly-Plastic Material Behavior: Rectangular Beam Flexure
Stiffness Reduction of Rectangular Beams in Bending
Chapter 6 Problems
Selected Structures to Help Develop Problem-Solving Skills
Dr. Rosson is a Professor of Structural Engineering at Florida Atlantic University. His areas of research interest are in nonlinear structural mechanics, steel structures, numerical methods, and structural dynamics. Over his career, he has served as Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate College at FAU, President of the Architectural Engineering Institute, Associate Editor of the Journal of Structural Engineering, and has chaired several national-level committees of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Prior to working as a professor, he was a consulting engineer at Ellisor and Tanner, Inc. in Dallas, Texas.