Design of Building Trusses
Design of Building Trusses

Author: James Ambrose

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1994-09-28

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 9780471558422

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A practical, up-to-date introduction on truss analysis, application and design. Describes the influence of trusses on design development as well as the means for design and detailing of truss construction utilizing contemporary building technologies. Illustrations include both historical and recent uses of trusses.

Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders
Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

Author: James Ambrose

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2016-01-26

Total Pages: 722

ISBN-13: 1118975049

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The bestselling structural design reference, fully updated and revised Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders is the go-to reference on structural design, giving architects and designers a concise introduction to the structures commonly used for typical buildings. The clear, accessible presentation is designed to give you the essential engineering information you need without getting bogged down in excess math, making this book an ideal reference for busy design professionals. This new 12th edition has been completely revised to reflect the latest standards and practices. The instructor site includes a complete suite of teaching resources, including an instructor's manual. Structural design is an essential component of the architect's repertoire, and engineering principles are at the foundation of every sound structure. You need to know the physics, but you don't necessarily need to know all of the math. This book gives you exactly what you need without losing you in a tangle of equations, so you can quickly grasp and apply the material. Understand fundamental concepts like forces, loading, and reactions Learn how to design for wood, steel, or concrete construction Study structural design standards and develop sound structural systems Determine the best possible solutions to difficult design challenges The industry-leading reference for over 80 years, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders is the definitive guide to practical structural design.

Simplified Design of Building Structures
Simplified Design of Building Structures

Author: James Ambrose

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1995-10-20

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9780471037446

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This book is full of examples of what designers can do once they learn the basics. This book presents an overview of the structural design process for designers with limited backgrounds in engineering analysis and mathematics. Included is information on structural systems and materials, the development of the general form and basic elements of a specific system, and construction plans and details. Included are examples of eleven different structural systems, each with an explanation of the design and a sample set of construction plans and details.

Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders
Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

Author: James Ambrose

Publisher: Wiley

Published: 2024-12-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781119523055

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For eighty years Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders has been the gold standard for the industry and the reference of choice for designers and construction professionals. The extensive revisions and updates in this new Thirteenth Edition reflect the most current practices for designing structures, including advanced topics in wood engineered buildings and extended coverage of ASD and LRFD methods. This innovative guide has had a complete makeover to increase content accessibility and to reinforce key study habits. An accompanying website will feature an updated Instructor's Manual and study guide for students.

Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders
Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

Author: Harry Parker

Publisher:

Published: 1993-10-04

Total Pages: 712

ISBN-13:

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Considered a standard in the field, this edition has been updated and expanded. Presents a minimum of fundamental structural mechanics and a digest of the basic issues regarding common forms of construction in major structural materials of wood, steel, concrete and masonry. Contains a new section on the topic of strength design, the latest information on model building codes and industry standards, a chapter on the basic nature and some detail of trusses. Includes a wealth of illustrative examples.

Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders
Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

Author: James Ambrose

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-10-19

Total Pages: 738

ISBN-13: 0470913398

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The classic reference for structural design and construction—completely revised and updated Approaching its eighth decade as the industry leader, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders remains the reference of choice for designers and constructors. This new Eleventh Edition is thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest practices in the design of structures. Long considered a standard in the field, this perennial bestseller provides a clear, accessible presentation of the engineering information that is essential for architects and builders. Offering a concise, highly readable introduction to the investigation and design of ordinary structures for buildings—including information on structural analysis, materials, and systems—this thoroughly updated Eleventh Edition includes: The latest building and material codes A fresh look at the LRFD method as well as the ASD method of structural design A revised section on the principles of structural mechanics for the latest generation of designers and builders Essential formulas for the solution of structural problems More than 200 descriptive illustrations A companion Web site that now provides access to the Study Guide to Accompany Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders An unparalleled resource for students and professionals in architecture, construction, and civil engineering, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Eleventh Edition boils structural engineering down to its essentials and provides the simple design solutions that are used for the vast majority of buildings.