Steel Structures: Design and Behavior (4th Edition) [Paperback]

Charles G. Salmon (Author), John E. Johnson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0673997863 | ISBN-13: 978-0673997869 | Publication Date: January 17, 1997 | Edition: 4

PLEASE PROVIDE COURSE INFORMATIONThe design of structural steel members has developed over the past century from a simple approach involving a few basic properties of steel and elementary mathematics to a more sophisticated treatment demanding a thorough knowledge of structural and material behavior. The fourth edition of this best-selling work reflects the latest changes occurring in the design requirements for structural steel using the 1993 AISC Load and Resistance Factor Design and the 1989 AISC Allowable Stress Design Specifications. Although emphasis throughout the text is on an explanation of the LRFD approach involving "limit states" and factored loads, the ASD formulations are developed from the strength-related concepts of LRFD for the major topics (such as tension members, axially loaded columns, beams, and composite construction). Noted for its logical and thorough presentation of the theoretical background needed for developing and explaining design requirements, Steel Structures uses a generous number of numerical design examples to demonstrate the process of selecting minimum weight members to satisfy given conditions. Considerable attention has been paid to presenting for the beginning student the necessary elastic and inelastic stability concepts, the understanding of which is essential to properly apply steel design rules.

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Appropriate for civil engineering courses in structural steel design, the fourth edition of this classic text provides background for designing steel structural elements using the 1993 AISC Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and the 1989 AISC Allowable Stress Design (ASD) Specifications. As in previous successful editions, a logical sequence of topics is featured, making complex material easy to understand. Emphasis throughout is placed on the explanation of the LRFD approach involving "limit states" and factored loads. To provide secondary coverage for the major topics--such as tension members, axially loaded columns, beams, beam-columns, and composite construction--the ASD formulations are developed from the strength-related concepts of LRFD. Throughout the book, all concepts are illustrated by numerical examples using LRFD; for the most important concepts, examples using ASD are also included. Many new end-of-chapter problems and references round out the text's presentation.

Learning Aids

Large Quantity of Numerical Examples * Problems on Design Procedures * Chapter Introductions

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Product Details

• Paperback: 1024 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (January 17, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0673997863
• ISBN-13: 978-0673997869
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.7 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #842,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The All IN ONE textbook, June 3, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Steel Structures: Design and Behavior (4th Edition) (Paperback)

This book provides both the theory and practical applications needed to understand both LRFD and ASD Steel Design. The problems provided at the end of each chapter can be worked using either method. The example problems within the chapters provide valuable insight to procedures and techniques in solving problems. Having read many different books by Mr. Solman I have never been disappointed, and have always gained great knowledge from his books.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best steel design reference, March 10, 2007

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Herbert Ramirez - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Steel Structures: Design and Behavior (4th Edition) (Paperback)

This book covers the basics and fundamentals of steel design in such a way that provides a great reference for the structural engineering student or professional. Possibly the best book you can find in the field.
I've been using it since graduate school and through the years as a consultant in structural engineering.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great text book, April 11, 2003

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G. Tunc (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Steel Structures: Design and Behavior (4th Edition) (Paperback)

The book is a great textbook for students and practicing engineers. It covers pretty much all the steel topics. It has plenty of examples from ASD design to LRFD design. I think that out of all of the steel design books out there, this is the best.