Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) is the current specification recommended by the Amercian Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) for designing steel structures. This handbook offers structural engineers the latest LRFD AISC specifications that are now replacing ASD specification. A CD-ROM is included offering six interactive examples of key topics in the book. It includes special design methods dealing with vibrations due to foot falls, exercize halls and stadiums, and presents new material on fracture and fatigue design as well as torsion problems.
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Definitive, up-to-date information on LRFD! The most comprehensive, up-to-date LRFD (Loaded Resistance Factor Design) handbook available, this leading work in the field shows you how to realize the full potential of this method for designing steel structures to the latest AISC specifications. Written by top engineers, this reference provides a wealth of LRFD examples that can be used in your day-to-day practice. You'll find comprehensive coverage of: The latest LRFD methods; Practical pointers for early planning of buildings and consideration of load factors; Special methods for analyzing and controlling vibrations in structures from gyms to surgical suites; Torsion design by example; Design methods with tension and compression; Steep bridge design approach by new AASHTO LRFD specifications; Improved methods of structural analysis with limit state idealization; New welding techniques for seismically resistant structures; Quality control, inspection, and fabrication methods; Design details on a variety of practical connections; A CD-ROM with 6 design examples is included with the book. This state-of-the-art Handbook includes the latest LRFD AISC specifications--introduced in 1986 and revised in December 1993--now replacing the older ASD specifications.
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mistakes,
By Erdem Ưnce (MANISA Turkey) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Steel Design Handbook: LRFD Method (Hardcover)
The book includes many chapters and concepts and its very helpful for designers and engineers but there are many mistakes in the examples of this book. If writer call me I can send location of mistekes and correct form. er107@superonline.com thank you
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