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Introduction to Structural Analysis covers the principles of structural analysis without any requirement of prior knowledge of structures or equations. Beginning with basic principles of equilibrium of forces and moments, all other subsequent theories of structural analysis have been discussed logically. Divided into two major parts, this book discusses the basics of mechanics and principles of degrees of freedom upon which the entire paradigm rests, followed by analysis of determinate and indeterminate structures. The energy method of structural analysis is also included. Worked out examples are provided in each chapter to explain the concepts and solve real-life structural analysis problems along with a solutions manual. Aimed at undergraduate and senior undergraduate students in civil, structural, and construction engineering, this book:
Introduction to Structural Analysis, Loads, Material, and Section Properties
Introduction to Structural Analysis
Analysis of Statically Determinate Structures
Types of Structures and Loads
Material and Section Properties
Basic Concepts of Generalized Coordinates, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian Mechanics
Equilibrium and Support Reactions
Indeterminacy and Stability of Structure
Plane Trusses and Space Trusses
Beams and Frames, Shear, and Bending Moments
Deflections of Beams by Geometric Methods
Energy Principles and Deflection of Beam
Rolling Loads and Influence Lines and Their Applications
Cables, Arches, and Suspension Bridges
Analysis of Symmetric Structures
Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Structures
Introduction to Statically Indeterminate Structures
Approximate Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Structures
Method of Consistent Deformations
Influence Lines for Statically Indeterminate Structures
Slope Deflection Method
Moment Distribution Method
Kani’s Method or Rotation Contribution Method
Column Analogy Method
Beams and Frames Having Nonprismatic Members
Introduction to Matrix Structural Analysis
Introduction to Plastic Analysis of Structure