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Aluminum Structures

Aluminum Structures

by Robert L. Ferry and J. Randolph Kissell
Electronic book text
Publication Date: 16/10/2002

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On the First Edition:"The book is a success in providing a comprehensive introduction to the use of aluminum structures . . . contains lots of useful information."—Materials & Manufacturing Processes"A must for the aluminum engineer. The authors are to be commended for their painstaking work."—Light Metal AgeTechnical guidance and inspiration for designing aluminum structuresAluminum Structures, Second Edition demonstrates how strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum opens up a whole new world of design possibilities for engineering and architecture professionals. Keyed to the revised Specification for Aluminum Structures of the 2000 edition of the Aluminum Design Manual, it provides quick look-up tables for design calculations; examples of recently built aluminum structures-from buildings to bridges; and a comparison of aluminum to other structural materials, particularly steel. Topics covered include:Structural properties of aluminum alloysAluminum structural design for beams, columns, and tension membersExtruding and other fabrication techniquesWelding and mechanical connectionsAluminum structural systems, including space frames, composite members, and plate structuresInspection and testingLoad and resistance factor designRecent developments in aluminum structures
ISBN:
9780471275541
9780471275541
Category:
Civil engineering
Format:
Electronic book text
Publication Date:
16-10-2002
Edition:
2nd Edition
Pages:
544

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