Introduction to Structures - 9781138829497

Taylor & Francis

Introduction to StructuresAuthor(s): Paul McMullin, Jonathan Price\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138829497, 978-1138829497\nSynopsis\nIntroduction to Structures - the lead book in the Architects Guidebook to Structures series - presents structures in simple, accessible fashion through beautiful illustrations, worked examples, and from the perspective of practicing professionals with a combined experience of over 75 years. \n\nIt introduces the student to, and reminds the practitioner of, fundamental structural design principles. Beginning by introducing structural forms in nature and history, the process of design, and selecting structural systems and materials, the book then moves onto statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis. The final chapter provides guidance on preliminary structural design, complete with decision criteria and design tables.\n\nEdited by experienced professional structura.