S.

Krenk

Mechanics and Analysis of Beams, Columns and Cables

A Modern Introduction to the Classic Theories

Concise textbook for an elementary course in structural mechanics

The use of simple mathematical analysis techniques, in contrast to
computational methods, is illustrated
Although the scope of the text seems to be limited to a few classes
of structures, the fundamental insight gained is helpful for the
understanding of advanced methods

2nd ed. 2001, VIII, 245 p. 3 illus.

The book illustrates the use of simple mathematical analysis techniques within the area of
basic structural mechanics, in particular the elementary theories of beams, columns and
ca- bles. The focus is on: i) Identification of the physical background of the theories and
their particular mathematical properties. ii) Demonstration of mathematical techniques
for analysis of simple problems in structural mechanics, and identification of the relevant
parameters and properties of the solution. iii) Derivation of the solutions to a number
of basic problems of structural mechanics in a form suitable for later reference. The
presentation concentrates on the main principles and the characteristics of the solutions.
The theory also serves as a basis for the formulation of nu- merical models and for
intelligent interpretation of their results.

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