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Contents
Preface xiii
Acknowledgments xvii
Symbols and Units xix
Synopsis xxi
1 Introduction 1
2 Structural Distress 7
Introduction 7
Substandard Design and Construction 8
Some Structural Basics 9
Forces 10
Moments 10
Work 10
Energy 10
Momentum 11
Structures: Mechanics and Force Systems 11
Newton’s Laws and Equilibrium 12
Work and Energy: Conservation Principles 13
Properties of Areas 15
Structures 18
Mechanics or Strength of Materials 20
Allowable Stress and Strength Design Methods 23
Chimney Damage 27
Truss Analysis 29
Method of Joints 31
Method of Sections 32
Example: Truss Failure 33
Dynamic Loading 36
Wind Damage 41
Snow, Hail, and Rain 44
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