The Design of Pre-Stressed Concrete Bridges

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Author : Robert Benaim | Published by Taylor & Francis | Publication date : December 2007 | ISBN : 0415235995 | PDF Format, 602 pages | English | Original File Size : 15004 KB | Compressed File Size : 13930 KB

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Examining the fundamental differences between design and analysis, the author explores the close relationship between aesthetic and technical creativity and the importance of the intuitive, more imaginative qualities of design that should be employed by every designer when designing a structure. Aiding designers of concrete bridges in developing an intuitive understanding of structural action, this book thereby encourages innovation and the development of engineering architecture.
Simple, relevant calculation techniques that should precede any detailed analysis are summarized. Construction methods used to build concrete bridge decks and substructures are detailed and direct guidance on the choice and the sizing of different types of concrete bridge deck is given.
In addition guidance is provided on solving recurring difficult problems of detailed design and realistic examples of the design process are provided. This book enables concrete bridge designers to broaden their scope in design and provides an analysis of the necessary calculations and methods

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Concrete Mix Design, Quality Control and Specification, 2nd Edition Information : Author : Ken Day | Published by Taylor & Francis | Publication date : November 1999 | ISBN : 0419243305 | PDF Format, 327 pages | English | Original File Size : 5720 KB | Compressed File Size : 5366 KB Overview : This book promotes a general understanding of the process by which low variability concrete can be produced to a given requirement, and aims to present the simplest possible process of effective mix design and quality control. This new edition illustrates how the use of computers and high-tech testing equipment can reduce costs and improve efficiency in controlling both ordinary and high performance concrete. Download

Advanced Concrete Technology 4: Testing & Quality Information : Editors : John Newman and Ban Seng Choo | Published by Butterworth-Heinemann | Publication date : May 2003 | ISBN : 0750651067 | PDF Format, 312 pages | English | Original File Size : 6150 KB | Compressed File Size : --- KB Overview : Based on the Institute of Concrete Technology's advanced course, the the 4 books of Advanced Concrete Technology series is a comprehensive educational and reference resource for the concrete materials technologist. An expert international team of authors from research, academia, and industry have come together to produce this unique reference source. Each volume deals with a different aspect of the subject: constituent materials, properties, processes and testing and quality. With worked examples, case studies and illustrations throughout, the books will be a key reference for the concrete specialist for years to come. This fourth volume deals with the testing and quality of concrete. With worked examples, case studies and illustrations throughout, the book will be a key reference for the concrete specialist for years to come. Some of the higlighted features : • Expert international authorship ensures the series is authoritative • Case studies and worked examples help the reader apply their knowledge to practice • Comprehensive coverage of the subject gives the reader all the necessary reference material Download

Andrew Charleson, “Structure as Architecture: A Source Book for Architects and Structural Engineers”

Architectural Press (August 11, 2005) | ISBN:0750665270 | 256 pages | PDF | 7,4 Mb

Structure As Architecture provides readers with an accessible insight into the relationship between structure and architecture, focusing on the design principles that relate to both fields. Over one hundred case studies of contemporary buildings from countries across the globe including the UK, the US, France, Germany, Spain, Hong Kong and Australia are interspersed throughout the book. The author has visited and photographed each of these examples and analyzed them to show how structure plays a significant architectural role, as well as bearing loads. This is a highly illustrated sourcebook, providing a new insight into the role of structure, and discussing the point where the technical and the aesthetic meet to create the discipline of architecture.



* Presents a comprehensive analysis of how building structure contributes to architecture

* Connects architectural design ideas and structure in the context of contemporary architecture, materials and structure

* Highly illustrated, providing a sourcebook of architectural and engineering design ideas

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A.H.Allen
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication Date: 1988-04-02
ISBN:0419145508
Number of pages: 256
Format: PDF
Size: 9 Mb
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This highly successful book describes the background to the design principles, methods and procedures required in the design process for reinforced concrete structures. The easy to follow style makes it an ideal reference for students and professionals alike..
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International Code Council “Uniform Building Code 1997: Structural Engineering Design Provisions (Uniform Building Code Vol 2: Structural Engineering Design Provisions)"


Publisher: International Conference of Building Official
Publication Date: 1997-04
ISBN: 1884590896
Number of pages: 492
Format: PDF
Size: 21.8 Mb
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For anybody in the construction, engineering, design, or code enforcement/verification fields this book is a must. It is an excellent reference & resource book with tons of valuable information.
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T. H. G. Megson “Structural and Stress Analysis"
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Publication Date: 2005-04-15
ISBN: 0750662212
Number of pages: 744
Format: PDF
Size: 6.6 Mb
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Book Description:
Structural analysis is the corner stone of civil engineering and all students must obtain a thorough understanding of the techniques available to analyse and predict stress in any structure. The new edition of this popular textbook provides the student with a comprehensive introduction to all types of structural and stress analysis, starting from an explanation of the basic principles of statics, normal and shear force and bending moments and torsion. Building on the success of the first edition, new material on structural dynamics and finite element method has been included.
Virtually no prior knowledge of structures is assumed and students requiring an accessible and comprehensive insight into stress analysis will find no better book available.

* Comprehensive overview of structural and stress analysis
* Invaluable to undergraduate civil engineers
* Numerous worked examples and problems
* Solutions manual available online
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Donald P. Coduto “Foundation Design: Principles and Practices (2nd Edition)"
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Publication Date: 2000-07-20
ISBN: 0135897068
Number of pages: 883
Format: PDF
Size: 35.9 Mb
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Using a design-oriented approach that addresses geotechnical, structural, and construction aspects of foundation engineering, this book explores practical methods of designing structural foundations, while emphasizing and explaining how and why foundations behave the way they do. It explains the theories and experimental data behind the design procedures, and how to apply this information to real-world problems. Covers general principles (performance requirements, soil mechanics, site exploration and characterization); shallow foundations (bearing capacity, settlement, spread footings -- geotechnical design, spread footings -- structural design, mats); deep foundations (axial load capacity -- full-scale load tests, static methods, dynamic methods; lateral load capacity; structural design; special topics (foundations on weak and compressible soils, foundation on expansive soils, foundations on collapsible soils); and earth retaining structures (lateral earth pressures, cantilever retaining walls, sheet pile walls, soldier pile walls, internally stabilized earth retaining structures).


For geotechnical engineers, soils engineers, structural engineers, and foundation engineers.
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Structural Foundation Designers' Manual
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN: 140513044X
Date of publication: 2006-12-11
Format: PDF
Number of pages: 392
Language: English
Size: 7.6 Mb
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This manual for civil and structural engineers aims to simplify as much as possible a complex subject which is often treated too theoretically, by explaining in a practical way how to provide uncomplicated, buildable and economical foundations.It explains simply, clearly and with numerous worked examples how economic foundation design is achieved. It deals with both straightforward and difficult sites, following the process through site investigation, foundation selection and, finally, design.
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By Jack Porteous, Abdy Kermani"Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5"

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

ISBN: 1405146389

Publication Date: 2008-01-10

Format: PDF

Number of pages: 560

Language: English

Size: 4.6 Mb

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Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5 is a comprehensive book which provides practising engineers and specialist contractors with detailed information and in-depth guidance on the design of timber structures based on the common rules and rules for buildings in Eurocode 5 - Part 1-1. It will also be of interest to undergraduate and postgraduate students of civil and structural engineering.

The book provides a step-by-step approach to the design of all of the most commonly used timber elements and connections using solid timber, glued laminated timber or wood based structural products. It features numerous detailed worked examples, and incorporates the requirements of the UK National Annex.

It covers the strength and stiffness properties of timber and its reconstituted and engineered products; the key requirements of Eurocode 0, Eurocode 1 and Eurocode 5 - Part 1-1; the design of beams and columns of solid timber, glued laminated, composite and thin-webbed sections; the lateral stability requirements of timber structures; and the design of mechanical connections subjected to lateral and/or axial forces as well as rigid and semi-rigid connections subjected to a moment.

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Matrix Analysis of Structural Dynamics: Applications and Earthquake Engineering(Civil and Environmental Engineering)

Publisher: CRC

Number of pages: 997

Publication Date: 2000-10-19

ISBN: 0824703871

Format: PDF

Size: 3.4 Mb

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Uses state-of-the-art computer technology to formulate displacement method with matrix algebra. Facilitates analysis of structural dynamics and applications to earthquake engineering and UBC and IBC seismic building codes.

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Edward G Nawy “Reinforced Concrete, ACI 2005 Update Edition"
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Publication Date: 2004-08-27
ISBN: 013149757X
Number of pages: 840
Format: PDF
Size: 22.7 MB
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Book Description:
Now updated to reflect the latest ACI 318-05 Building Code, this cutting-edge book analyzes the design of reinforced concrete members through a unique and practical step-by-step trial and adjustment procedure. Supplements narrative with flow charts to guide readers logically through the learning process. Provides ample photographs of instructional testing of concrete members to decrease the need for actual laboratory testing. Uses Strain Limits Design Method in all design examples as mandated in the new code, using the new load factors and strangth reduction factors. Updates chapter on seismic design of buildings to comply with the major changes to the ACI 318 Code and the new International Building Code provisions on seismic design. Adds chapter on the LRFD design of bridge deck structures in accordance with AASHTP 2002, including a summary of the various pertinent load and design provisions and equations. Offers an expanded section on the strut-and-tie modeling for the design of reinforced concrete deep beams. A useful construction reference for engineers.
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Smart Structures: Innovative Systems for Seismic Response Control

Publisher: CRC

Publication Date: 2008-02-25

ISBN: 0849385326

Number of Pages: 672

Format: PDF

Size: 5.5 MB

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Book Description:

An innovative concept, smart structural systems have proven to be extremely effective in absorbing damaging energy and/or counteracting potentially devastating force, thus limiting structural collapse and subsequent injury. As this technology rapidly evolves, there is an ever-increasing need for an authoritative reference that will allow those in the field to stay abreast of the very latest advances.

Smart Structures: Innovative Systems for Seismic Response organizes current research and technology to provide researchers and practicing engineers, as well as advanced students, with the means to learn about and apply the very latest smart structure innovations.

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