Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering [Hardcover]

Anil K. Chopra (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0138552142 | ISBN-13: 978-0138552145 | Publication Date: February 13, 1995 | Edition: 1st

This book includes many topics in the theory of structural dynamics and applications of this theory to earthquake analysis, response, and design of structures. No prior knowledge of structural dynamics is assumed. The presentation is sufficiently detailed and integrated to make the book suitable for self-study by interested parties, as well as, professional engineers.FEATURES: * Relates the structural idealizations studied to the properties of real structures. * Presents the theory of dynamic response of structures in a manner that emphasizes physical insight into the analytical procedures. * Illustrates applications of the theory to solutions of problems motivated by practical applications. * Interprets the theoretical results to understand the response of structures to various dynamic excitations, with emphasis on earthquake excitation. * Applies structural dynamics theory to conduct parametric studies that bring out several fundamental issues in the earthquake response and design of multistory buildings. * Illustrates analytical procedures by over 100 worked out examples. * Includes over 400 figures that have been carefully designed and executed to be pedagogically effective. * Photographs of structures and their responses recorded during earthquakes are included to relate the presentation to the real world.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

This structures text places emphasis on earthquake analysis and response and design of structures. It omits non- essential and advanced topics including variational formulation of the equations of motion-Larange's equations, finite element method for continua, etc.

From the Back Cover

This second edition includes many topics encompassing the theory of structural dynamics and the application of this theory regarding earthquake analysis, response, and design of structures. Covers the inelastic design spectrum to structural design; energy dissipation devices; Eurocode; theory of dynamic response of structures; structural dynamics theory; and more. Ideal for readers interested in Dynamics of Structures and Earthquake Engineering. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 729 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div; 1st edition (February 13, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0138552142
• ISBN-13: 978-0138552145
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.2 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #568,476 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #36 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Earth Sciences > Geology > Volcanology
  • #75 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Earth Sciences > Seismology

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent introduction to the structural dynamics., October 17, 2004

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Emilio Cruz "maceng" (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

I've been a seismic engineer for 9 years now. I started my master's degree in Earthquake Engineering back in 1993, in Okayama, Japan.

For the entry exam to the program, my professor recommended me 3 books: Structural Dynamics, by M. Paz, Dynamics of Structures, by Penzien and Clough, and this one. The book by Penzien was too difficult to master in the 3 months that I had for studying, and Paz's tome lacked some in-deep knowledge. Chopra's book was right what I needed for a quick and complete introduction to Dynamics, specially for the short time I had.

All three updated versions of the books reside in my desk's shelf. But everytime that I'm asked by any young engineer in dire need of a quick introduction to this particular field, I heartily recommend this one.

Must keep in mind that the book by Clough is by far the most complete of the three and you'll definetely get more mileage for your hard earned cash, and Paz's book offers a more down-to-earth application of the subject to the seismic design of structures.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Start for understanding Subject, June 2, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering (Hardcover)

Book is well suited for individuals who want to gain some understanding of dynamics as applied to structural systems. However, needs more material on how structural dynamics can be applied to computer applications. Still one of the better books you can buy on this subject.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, October 30, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering (Hardcover)

This book comprehensively covers structural dynamics and extends it to earthquake engineering applications (as claimed by the title). Very readable,easy to follow and has good example problems.