Structural Analysis (Pws-Kent Series in Engineering)

This book discusses the basic principles of structural analysis. It covers the analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate beams, trusses and rigid frames, and emphasizes the intuitive, classical approach. Coverage includes: loads on structures to provide more attention to this important topic; analysis of symmetric structures that considerably simplifies the analysis of many large and complex structures; and precise explanations of theory and procedures for analysis.