Summer Semester 2009/10
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Summer Semester 2011/12
Summer Semester 2012/13
Building Structures - Computer Modelling 1 AUM1022
Foundations of dynamic, nonlinear simulation of planar framed structures. Mechanisms, isostatic and hyperstatic frames. Static and dynamic loadings. Structural stability. Construction of isotropic and orthotropic materials. Gauid's method of cable/arch form-finding. Parabolic cables/arches. Strength and stability of parabolic arches. Optimal design of trussed beams. Tall buildings. Bridges and long-span roofs. Shells of revolution.
(in Polish) Rodzaj przedmiotu
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
knows foundations of computer-based structural simulation
knows structural simulation software applications
can model and simulate frame structures
can design efficient frame structures
Assessment criteria
Written final test.
Grades:
40% minimum to pass
80% good
95% excellent
Bibliography
a) basic references:
K.I. Majid, Non-linear structures: matrix methods of analysis and design by computers. London, Butterworths, 1972.
S.J. Britvec, Stability and optimization of flexible space structures. Basel, Birkhauser Verlag, 1995.
b) supplementary references:
O.C. Zienkiewicz, The finite element method for solid and structural mechanics. Amsterdam, Elsevier, 2005.
W.J. Mitchell, The logic of architecture: design, computation and cognition. Cambridge, MIT, 1990.