Building Structures - Computer Modelling 1 AUMN1022

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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

(in Polish) Obowiązkowy

Course coordinators

Zenon Rychter

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.