Nonlinear modeling and analysis of structures is a complex but important step in the design and optimization of modern structural systems. Bridging the gap between the practicing engineer and the applied mathematician, this book seeks to present mathematically consistent and systematic derivations of comprehensive structural theories. It also details the basic principles of linear and nonlinear structural mechanics; shows how to perform nonlinear structural analysis; points out important nonlinear structural dynamic behaviors; and provides ready-to-use governing equations and boundary conditions, ranging from simple shear to complex nonlinear ones, for strings, cables, beams, plates, and shells. This volume is designed to be used as a professional reference for structural engineers as well as a graduate-level textbook.
Structural Shear Joints: Analyses, properties
and design for repeated loading
This book describes the mechanical response
of butt, lap, and doubler joints. The findings apply to shear connections
in civil, aerospace, and other mechanical structures subjected to repeated
loading. The findings are intended for engineers and NDE practitioners
concerned with the design of new, as well as inspection and maintenance
of existing shear joints. Fatigue strengths of the joints are derived
using conventional, material S-N data and the joint stress concentration
factor. The authors cover the different modes of load transmission: the
bearing, clamped, and adhesive modes; joint geometry: fastener spacing
and number of fastener rows; and fastener geometry: standard and countersunk
heads and self-piercing and interference fasteners. The volume incorporates
the results of more than 150 recent and detailed 2-D and 3-D
finite element analyses of aluminum and steel connections.
This analysis of studies in the field of instability of flows contains chapters by experts in fluid mechanics. The text brings together many key aspects of flow instabilities and one of the primary aims of contributors is to determine positive directions for future advanced studies and research. Among the subjects covered are: contact-line instabilities of driven liquid films; numerical simulation of three-dimensional bubble oscillations; stratified shear flow; stability, transition, and turbulence in rotating cavities; and hydrodynamic instability.
There always seems to be room for improvement in design. Maybe there is need for a better product, or for a better, more effective, and economical design process. The late delivery of new products has been shown to be the single largest contributor to the loss of company profits in the U.K., according to the authors, who have worked with automotive, aerospace, and healthcare companies. They feel that effective communication, management of change, and process planning are essential ingredients in a successful product development process. This book aims to develop an understanding of these issues as a means of facilitating design process improvement.
The Fantastical Engineer: A thrillseeker's
guide to careers in theme park engineering
This slim volume provides an insider's view
of theme park and entertainment design describing how engineers influence
theme park, restaurant, aquarium, zoo, museum, cinema, and sporting event
development. Author Celeste Baine, a biomedical engineer, gives information
on how to prepare for a job in this area and explains the challenges faced
by engineers in various engineering disciplines. A useful book for anyone
contemplating a job in this field, The Fantastical Engineer includes
the following subjects: How engineering and art merge to create theme
parks; the importance of the five senses in entertainment engineering;
how to prepare for a career in theme park engineering; choosing an employer;
roller coaster design information; recommended reading; trade association
information, and an employment resource directory.
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