Structural Analysis - Mechanics of Quasi-Brittle Materials and Structures
Hermes Science Publications | 1999-11 | ISBN: 2866017293 | 446 pages | PDF | 22 mb
In this book the mathematical complications of calculating stability, damage, strain localization and size effect in order to predict response of structural components under a variety of environmental conditions are explored. The development of continuum-based models for failure enriched with micro-structural information and models capable of tracing the entire lifetime of constructions and structures are also considered.
Edited in honour of Professor Zdenek P. Bazant 60th anniversary, this volume presents a state of the art in the field of the mechanics of quasi-brittle materials and structures. It is also intended to investigate the potentialities and outstanding issues which should be faced toward the development of models aimed at predicting the life time of existing structures.