Principles of Structure
5th Edition
Published on 1. February 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
232 pages
978-1-74223-293-5 (ISBN)
Description
Since its first publication in 1974, Principles of Structure has established itself at the forefront of introductory texts for students of architecture, building and project management seeking a basic understanding of the behavior and design of building structures. It provides a simple quantitative introduction to structural engineering, while also drawing connections to real buildings that are more complex.
More details
Edition
5
Language
English
Place of publication
Sydney, NSW
Australia
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
408 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-74223-293-5 (9781742232935)
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Persons
Ken Wyatt taught structural engineering in the faculty of the vuilt environment at the University of New South Wales for many decades, where he developed the original text of Principles of Structure. He is also a structural engineer, researcher, materials scientist, and heritage consultant. Richard Hough has practiced structural engineering in London, Los Angeles, and Sydney, working for Arup with many of the world's best-known architects on many of the world's most notable buildings. He is presently a principal in the firm's Sydney office.