Hydrostatically Loaded Structures

Author : W.A. Nash
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1995-10-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080534341

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Hydrostatically Loaded Structures by W.A. Nash Pdf

Powered submersibles have enabled the exploration of lake and ocean depths, and are used extensively for inspection of drilling rigs and offshore pipelines. Their potential for the discovery of undersea mineral resources is widely acknowledged. The design of such vehicles poses many problems not encountered with land-based systems: for example, normal pressures are very large, and many structural elements are extremely sensitive to initial geometric imperfections. Following a review of the history and development of submersibles, each chapter concentrates on a specific geometric design. The bibliography is unusually complete, and includes summaries of many referenced publications. This unique book covers all aspects of the structural mechanics, analysis and design of submersibles, and will be invaluable to ocean engineers, naval architects and graduate students entering the field.

Author : William A. Nash
Publisher : Pergamon Press
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080378765

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Hydrostatically Loaded Structures by William A. Nash Pdf

Powered submersibles have enabled the exploration of lake and ocean depths, and are used extensively for inspection of drilling rigs and offshore pipelines. Their potential for the discovery of undersea mineral resources is widely acknowledged. The design of such vehicles poses many problems not encountered with land-based systems: for example, normal pressures are very large, and many structural elements are extremely sensitive to initial geometric imperfections. This unique book covers all aspects of the structural mechanics, analysis and design of submersibles. Following a review of their history and development, each chapter concentrates on a specific geometric design. The bibliography is unusually complete, and includes summaries of many referenced publications. Invaluable reading for ocean engineers, naval architects and graduate students entering the field.

Author : Hassanali Mosalman Yazdi
Publisher : The University of Malaya Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789674880255

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Loading Structures (UM Press) by Hassanali Mosalman Yazdi Pdf

Loading structures is one of the most significant stages in structural design procedures. Consideration of various loads which may be subjected to a structure during its lifetime is very important. Hence, it needs a special consideration for training students and designers. Students learn very briefly about the loading and distribution of loads in different courses. However, this subject is so important and it needs special attention to make students familiar with the loading rules as well as usage of their related building codes in one book or in one subject. Regarding the necessity of understanding this subject for the students and designers, I decided to write this book to introduce the basics and principles in considering different loads and their distribution methods on the structural elements. Thereby, this book is prepared in 6 chapters including Dead and live load and their distribution, Wind load, Seismic load, Soil load, Hydrostatic load and Crane load. One of the noticeable parts of this book is chapter two which focuses on the wind load based on the Malaysian standard code.

Author : Cliff Gerwick
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 682 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1420049607

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Construction of Marine and Offshore Structures by Cliff Gerwick Pdf

The leading authority in the field offers a unique and comprehensive treatment of the construction aspects of offshore structures, rather than the more commonly addressed design considerations. Extensively updated, this second edition provides a new chapter on extending offshore technologies to inland waterways and emphasizes recent advances-including floating structures, deep-water structures, ice-resistant structures, and bridge foundations. Construction of Marine and Offshore Structures details all the particulars of building in a marine environment, including construction equipment, marine operations, installing piles, pipelines, and cables, steel and concrete offshore platforms, and underwater repairs. Construction of Marine and Offshore Structures provides an essential reference to engineers in the oil and service industries and to marine construction planners, designers, and contractors. New in the second edition: How the physical environment and geotechnical conditions affect construction Increased attention to protecting the natural environment and compliance with regulatory provisions Recent developments in positioning, instrumentation, and underwater inspection, plus a new section on concrete and steel floating structures and installing permanent moorings Expanded treatment of deep water bridge piers as well as locks and dams on major rivers.

Author : Valentina Lopresto,Langella Antonio,Abrate Serge
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2017-05-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780081009024

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Dynamic Response and Failure of Composite Materials and Structures by Valentina Lopresto,Langella Antonio,Abrate Serge Pdf

Dynamic Response and Failure of Composite Materials and Structures presents an overview of recent developments in a specialized area of research with original contributions from the authors who have been asked to outline needs for further investigations in their chosen topic area. The result is a presentation of the current state-of-the art in very specialized research areas that cannot be found elsewhere in the literature. For example, Massabò presents a newly developed theory for laminated composite plates that accounts for imperfect bonding between layers with new solutions for problems involving thermal effects. This theory is new and computationally-efficient, and the author describes how it fits in the broader context of composite plate theory. Abrate discusses the design of composite marine propellers and presents a detailed derivation of the equations of motion of a rotating blade, including centrifugal effects and the effects of pre-twisting and other geometric parameters. This book is a major reference resource for academic and industrial researchers and designers working in aerospace, automotives, and the marine engineering industry. Presents recent developments in a research field that has experienced tremendous advances because of improved computational capabilities, new materials, and new testing facilities Includes contributions from leading researchers from Europe and the USA who present the current state-of-the-art, including unique and original research Provides extensive experimental results and numerical solutions Appeals to a broad range of professional researchers working in aerospace, automotive, and marine engineering fields

Author : Yasuhisa Okumoto,Yu Takeda,Masaki Mano,Tetsuo Okada
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783540884453

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Design of Ship Hull Structures by Yasuhisa Okumoto,Yu Takeda,Masaki Mano,Tetsuo Okada Pdf

In this book, the four authors show us the condensed experience how to design ship hull structures from a practical viewpoint. In three parts, the book presents the fundamentals, the theory and the application of structural design of hulls. The topics are treated comprehensively with an emphasis on how to achieve reliable and efficient ship structures. The authors have in particular introduced their experiences with the rapid increase of ship sizes as well as the introduction of ship types with a high degree of specialization. The associated early failures of these "new" structures have been analyzed to provide the readers with illustrations why structural design needs to be carried out on several levels in order to ensure that correct loading is applied and that local structural behaviour in properly understood.

Author : Wojciech Pietraszkiewicz,Ireneusz Kreja
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 686 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009-09-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781439859193

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Shell Structures: Theory and Applications (Vol. 2) by Wojciech Pietraszkiewicz,Ireneusz Kreja Pdf

Shell Structures. Theory and Applications, Volume 2 contains 77 contributions from over 17 countries, reflecting a wide spectrum of scientific and engineering problems of shell structures. The papers are divided into six broad groups: 1. General lectures; 2. Theoretical modeling; 3. Stability; 4. Dynamics; 5. Numerical analysis; 6. Engineering

Author : J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher : Guyer Partners
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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An Introduction to Stability Requirements and Loads for Concrete Structures for Professional Engineers by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. Pdf

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers and construction managers interested in stability requirements and loads for concrete structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. STABILITY REQUIREMENTS, 2. LOADS AND LOADING CONDITIONS, 3. STRESS METER FOR CONCRETE, 4.. PORE PRESSURE CELL, 5. THE REINFORCED CONCRETE METER.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1186 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : UFL:31262082069120

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Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Army. Corps of Engineers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Flood control
ISBN : UCR:31210024816413

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Flood Proofing Regulations by United States. Army. Corps of Engineers Pdf

Author : Portland Cement Association
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Building
ISBN : UOM:39015006766508

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Design and Construction of Large-panel Concrete Structures by Portland Cement Association Pdf

Author : United States. Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1692 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Environmental impact analysis
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050649529

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Feasibility Report and Environmental Impact Statement by United States. Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works) Pdf

Author : Defense Documentation Center (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1032 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Science
ISBN : UCBK:C052215220

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Technical Abstract Bulletin by Defense Documentation Center (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Venkatesh K.R. Kodur,Nemkumar Banthia
Publisher : DEStech Publications, Inc
Page : 1014 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781605952277

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Response of Structures Under Extreme Loading by Venkatesh K.R. Kodur,Nemkumar Banthia Pdf

Original research on performance of materials under a wide variety of blasts, impacts, severe loading and fireCritical information for protecting buildings and civil infrastructure against human attack, deterioration and natural disastersTest and design data for new types of concrete, steel and FRP materials This technical book is devoted to the empirical and theoretical analysis of how structures and the materials constituting them perform under the extreme conditions of explosions, fire, and impact. Each of the 119 fully refereed presentations is published here for the first time and was selected because of its original contribution to the science and engineering of how materials, bridges, buildings, tunnels and their components, such as beams and pre-stressed parts, respond to potentially destructive forces. Emphasis is placed on translating empirical data to design recommendations for strengthening structures, including strategies for fire and earthquake protection as well as blast mitigation. Technical details are provided on the development and behavior of new resistant materials, including reinforcements, especially for concrete, steel and their composites.

Author : Alan Williams
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781591268475

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PPI PE Structural Reference Manual, 10th Edition – Complete Review for the NCEES PE Structural Engineering (SE) Exam by Alan Williams Pdf

"The NCEES SE Exam is Open Book - You Will Want to Bring This Book Into the Exam. Alan Williams' PE Structural Reference Manual Tenth Edition (STRM10) offers a complete review for the NCEES 16-hour Structural Engineering (SE) exam. This book is part of a comprehensive learning management system designed to help you pass the PE Structural exam the first time. PE Structural Reference Manual Tenth Edition (STRM10) features include: Covers all exam topics and provides a comprehensive review of structural analysis and design methods New content covering design of slender and shear walls Covers all up-to-date codes for the October 2021 Exams Exam-adopted codes and standards are frequently referenced, and solving methods—including strength design for timber and masonry—are thoroughly explained 270 example problems Strengthen your problem-solving skills by working the 52 end-of-book practice problems Each problem’s complete solution lets you check your own solving approach Both ASD and LRFD/SD solutions and explanations are provided for masonry problems, allowing you to familiarize yourself with different problem solving methods. Topics Covered: Bridges Foundations and Retaining Structures Lateral Forces (Wind and Seismic) Prestressed Concrete Reinforced Concrete Reinforced Masonry Structural Steel Timber Referenced Codes and Standards - Updated to October 2021 Exam Specifications: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (AASHTO) Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/602) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318) International Building Code (IBC) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) National Design Specification for Wood Construction ASD/LRFD and National Design Specification Supplement, Design Values for Wood Construction (NDS) North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (AISI) PCI Design Handbook: Precast and Prestressed Concrete (PCI) Seismic Design Manual (AISC 327) Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic with Commentary (SDPWS) Steel Construction Manual (AISC 325)