Description
As with the first edition, this text provides a clear introduction to the fundamental theory of structural analysis as applied to vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, automobiles, and ships. The emphasis is on the application of fundamental concepts of structural analysis in everyday engineering practice. No assumptions are made with regard to the method of analysis. All approximations are accompanied by a full explanation of their validity. Repetition is an important learning tool, and so some redundancy appears to dispel misunderstanding. The number of topics covered in detail is limited to those essential for modern structural engineering practice. In this new edition, more topics, figures, examples, and exercises have been added. A primary change has been a greater emphasis on the finite element methods of analysis. Three new chapters are now included, and clarity remains the hallmark of this text.
 Provides a clear introduction to the theory of structural analysis as applied to vehicles, aircraft and ships • Numerous additional examples and exercises [438 total] have been added • New emphasis on finite element method for the analysis of structures
Contents
Part I The Fundamentals of Structural Analysis
1 Stress in Structures 5
2 Stresses and Coordinate Axis Rotation 38
3 Displacements and Strains 68
4 Strains in Rotated Coordinate Systems 95
5 The Mechanical Behavior of Engineering Materials 109
6 Linearly Elastic Materials 146
Part II Introduction to the Theory of Elasticity
7 The Theory of Elasticity 167
8 Plane Stress Theory of Elasticity Solutions 192
Part III Engineering Theory for Straight, Long Beams
9 Bending and Extensional Stresses in Beams 225
10 Beam Bending and Extensional Deflections 271
11 Additional Beam Bending Topics 310
12 Uniform Torsion of Beams 368
13 Beam Torsion Approximate Solutions 403
14 Beam Shearing Stresses Due to Shearing Forces 444
Part IV Work and Energy Principles
15 Work and Potential Energy Principles 479
Part V Energy-Based Numerical Solutions
16 Precursor Numerical Analyses 523
17 Introduction to the Finite Element Method 545
18 Finite Element Truss Problems 602
19 Basic Aspects of Multidimensional Finite Elements 623
20 The Unit Load Method for Determinate Structures 655
21 The Unit Load Method for Indeterminate Structures 700
Part VI Thin Plate Theory and Structural Stability
22 Thin Plate Theory 759
23 Elastic and Aeroelastic Instabilities 792
App. A Additional Topics 839
App. B Selected Answers to Exercises 851
References 925
Index 929