Structural Dynamics: Theory and Computation

by Mario Paz, William Leigh

solution of structural dynamics problems is introduced in this new edition. This program was selected from among the various professional programs available because of its capability in solving complex problems in structures as well as its wide use in professional practice by structural engineers. SAP2000 includes routines for the analysis and design of structures with linear or nonlinear behavior subjected to static or dynamics loads; (material non-linearity or large displacements non-linearities) and may be used most efficiently in the microcomputer. The larger versions of SAP2000 have the capability for the analysis of structures modeled with virtually any large number of nodes. This new fifth edition of the book uses, almost exclusively, the introductory version of SAP2000 which has a capability limited to 25 nodes or 25 elements. The set of educational programs in Structural Dynamics includes programs to determine the response in the time domain or in the frequency domain using the FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) of structures modeled as a single oscillator. Also included is a program to determine the response of an inelastic system with elastoplastic behavior, and another program for the development of seismic response spectral charts.

812 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1980

Reviews

[Somesh Mathur · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would recommend this book to both undergraduate as well as postgraduate students who wish to delve into the subject of Earthquake Engineering.

It serves as a precursor to Structural Dynamics by A.K.Chopra and the likes, in my opinion. having read both, I would put the book by Mario Paz to be mathematically oriented rather than focussing on the underlying concepts like that of Inertia. Hence the need to couple it with another book that focusses on the workings rather than just the Math's behind it.

All in all a great book. Helped me a lot during my undergraduate and MSc. Print size is a bit small but it's legible.

[Andre Ariono · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a must read book for people majoring in structure engineering such as civil engineering and ocean engineering. This book contain a lot of aspect for structural design, such as stiffness and natural frequencies of structure.

This book also contain Fortran Language for computate Structural Dynamics problem. This book also explain structural respond from working force such as wave force, wind force, and earthquake.

[Ayad ALDEKA]

This book is very useful for Earthquake Engineering.
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