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Reinforced concrete columns play a very important role in structural performance. As such, it is essential to apply a suitable analytical tool to estimate their structural behaviour considering all failure mechanisms such as axial, shear, and flexural failures. This book highlights the development of a fiber beam-column element accounting for shear effects and the effect of tension stiffening through reinforcement-to-concrete bond, along with the employment of suitable constitutive material laws.
Reinforced concrete columns play a very important role in structural performance; as such, it is essential to apply a suitable analytical tool to estimate their structural behaviour and consider failure mechanisms. This monograph focuses on fiber beam-column elements.
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Planar Trusses
Schemes and Formulas
This text contains 73 schemes of statically definable trusses, including girder trusses, frames and arched trusses, solutions for many of which have not been widely published. Among these, it is possible to separately distinguish trusses with externally hidden but dangerous properties. The book will appeal to both practical engineers and theorists of structural mechanics. It provides a number of compact and easily reproducible formulas that can be used both as a test and as reliable additions to numerical calculations. These formulas are especially effective for trusses with a large number…
This book contains 73 schemes of trusses, with solutions for many not widely published. It identifies trusses with hidden dangerous properties and provides compact formulas for engineers and theorists to supplement numerical calculations, especially for complex structures.
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This book describes erosion and debris flow-type waterways in Georgia, assessing the risks of those formed in the mountain landscapes of Georgia and calculating the material and economic damage caused by the debris flow. In order to effectively regulate debris flows, the book presents innovative environmental protection structures, the scientific-technical priorities of which are also certified by relevant patents. In order to design innovative debris flow control structures, theoretical, laboratory and field studies have been conducted, through which the book is able to calculate the dynamic and static loads…
This book assesses the risks of debris flows in Georgia, calculating the damage they cause. It presents innovative, patented structures to regulate them, designed using theoretical, laboratory, and field studies to ensure reliability. For scientists, engineers, and students.
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Design Concepts for Seismic-Resistant Buildings
Quantitative Shaking Evaluations
This book proposes a quantitative shaking evaluation for seismic-resistant buildings. In modern seismic-resistant building design codes, a building structure subjected to a strong earthquake can experience considerably large deformations without collapsing. This book features useful guidance to calculate the shaking quantity scale in detail. It also demonstrates the application of Artificial Intelligence (namely the Deep Neural Network) to predict the shaking quantity scale, which is highly important for early warning system applications for earthquakes.
This book proposes a quantitative shaking evaluation for seismic-resistant buildings, with guidance to calculate the shaking quantity scale. It also demonstrates using Artificial Intelligence to predict this scale, which is highly important for earthquake early warning systems.
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Reinforced Concrete Design
Fundamentals and Practical Examples
This book provides the reader with the fundamentals of analysis and design of reinforced concrete (RC) elements, together with elements’ reinforcement details, in a simple way. The book provides a valuable design guide for undergraduate civil and architectural engineering students. It can also act as a resource for recent graduates and practicing engineers. Throughout the book, the presented design procedures for structural elements provide a roadmap which enables students and practicing engineers to create their own programming codes to increase the productivity of their design practice.
This book provides the fundamentals of analysis and design of reinforced concrete (RC) elements in a simple way. A valuable guide for students and practicing engineers, its design procedures provide a roadmap to create your own programming codes to increase design productivity.
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Trussed Frames and Arches
Schemes and Formulas
This book contains 72 schemes of statically determinate trusses, detailing the analytical dependencies of the deflection on the loads, dimensions and the number of panels for each of them. It specifically focuses on cantilever trusses, frames and arched trusses, among which it is possible to separately distinguish trusses with externally hidden dangerous properties. The book is intended both for practical engineers and for theorists of structural mechanics. The compact and easily reproducible formulas provided here can be used as a test and reliable addition to numerical calculations. These formulas are…
This book details 72 statically determinate truss schemes, providing compact formulas for deflection. For engineers and theorists, these formulas are a reliable test for numerical calculations, are especially effective for large trusses, and warn of hidden dangerous properties.
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By employing prefabricated bridge elements and systems, Accelerated Bridge Construction reduces on-site construction time and traffic disruptions, and enhances long-term performance. ABC is particularly advantageous for short-span bridges that are well-suited to standardized prefabrication. In such cases, the entire superstructure and substructure can often be constructed using prefabricated deck elements, modular decks, or systems that span the full bridge width. The construction methods can range from traditional crane installations to Self-Propelled Modular Transport units or slide-in techniques for moving the entire superstructures. This book introduces the concept of ABC and…
Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) uses prefabricated elements to reduce on-site construction time and traffic disruptions. This book examines ABC for short-span bridges, covering decision-making, systems, inspection methods, and a complete design example.
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This book details the theory and applications of finite element (FE) modeling of post-tensioned (PT) concrete structures, and provides the updated MATLAB code (as of 2019). The challenge of modeling PT prestressed concrete structures lies in the treatment of the interface between the concrete and prestressing tendons. Using MATLAB, this study develops an innovative nonlinear FE formulation which incorporates contact techniques and engineering elements to considerably reduce the need of computational power. This FE formulation has the ability to simulate different PT frame systems with fully bonded, fully unbonded or…
This book details an innovative finite element (FE) formulation for post-tensioned (PT) concrete. It provides MATLAB code to simulate bonded, unbonded, or partially bonded tendons, including sliding, friction, and anchor seating loss, with reduced computational power.
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This book brings together the author’s insights, ideas, lecture notes, exam materials, through 31 years of experience in teaching, consulting, and supervising design and construction projects. Its primary aim is to guide readers in designing safe and cost-effective structures. The book includes numerical examples in both SI and US customary units, helping students grasp the design process for structural components, including irregularly shaped beams, columns, and slabs, in a clear and accessible manner. It also covers the design of shear walls and basement walls, as well as considerations for lateral…
Drawing on 31 years of experience, this book guides readers in designing safe and cost-effective structures. It includes numerical examples in both SI and US units for components like beams, columns, slabs, and shear walls, plus considerations for dynamic loads like earthquakes.
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Seismic Isolation Strategies for Earthquake-Resistant Construction
Emerging Opportunities
Earthquakes are catastrophic events that cause huge economic losses due to the vulnerability of the existing building stock. However, collapses of vulnerable buildings can be avoided if preventative measures, such as enhancement of their earthquake resistance, are implemented on time. This book will allow the reader to become acquainted with a number of unique, modern and cost-effective seismic isolation strategies, which can be easily, and in very short periods of time, and without interruption of the use of the buildings, implemented with high efficiency in existing buildings, making them…
This book presents unique, modern, and cost-effective seismic isolation strategies to make existing buildings earthquake-proof. Learn how these highly efficient methods can be implemented quickly, easily, and without interrupting building use, demonstrated on real-world examples.
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This volume brings together the proceedings of the conference “From past experience to new approaches and synergies: The future of protection management for archaeological heritage in times of economic crisis”, held in the new Acropolis Museum in Athens in 2012. The conference was organised by the Hellenic National Committee of the International Scientific Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) and the International Scientific Committee on Archaeological Heritage Management (ICAHM) ,with the participation of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation…
As economic crisis threatens archaeological heritage, this collection of papers offers solutions and new approaches to its protection. It examines global experiences to find sustainable ways of managing and preserving cultural assets for the future.
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Sustainable Advances in Construction and Building Materials
Achieving Net Zero
This book integrates several research papers based on the technology of net-zero carbon emission (NZCE) materials, particularly in the context of India, and fills a major research gap for endorsing a low carbon construction that can further endure an eco-friendly and sustainable future. Major factors that significantly contribute towards a sustainable built environment by adopting low-carbon building materials, energy-saving technologies, and emission-free renewable energy sources are also discussed. It is anticipated that the themes and suggestions presented in this publication will increase the visibility of research being conducted in India…
This book explores net-zero carbon emission (NZCE) materials in India, endorsing low-carbon construction for a sustainable future. It gives the construction industry insights into creating efficient net-zero buildings that utilize cost-effective technologies to reduce emissions.
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Large Dams in India
The Missing Dimension of Science, Technology and Society (STS)
This book fills the existing lacuna in research in Science, Technology and Society (STS) through a review of existing studies of large dams in India, and analysing a case study of the proposed Tipaimukh dam project in Manipur, India. It reveals the strong connections between risk, technology, politics and environmentalism in the context of the Tipaimukh dam.
This book reviews large dams in India, analysing the proposed Tipaimukh dam project to reveal the strong connections between risk, technology, politics and environmentalism.
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Principles and Analysis of Historical Masonry Structures
The Strength of the Past
This book explores how they stand, why they endure, and when they fail. It explains the mechanics behind arches, vaults, domes, and walls through clear structural principles, real-world case studies, and visual tools. Topics such as earthquakes and long-term degradation are addressed using both traditional and modern methods. Written for engineers, architects, conservation professionals, and students, the book bridges past and present by connecting historic construction techniques with today’s analytical approaches. It introduces key concepts—including thrust line theory and the no-tension model—while offering practical strategies for evaluating safety and stability.…
This book explores how structures stand, endure, and fail. It explains the mechanics of arches, vaults, and domes, connecting historic construction techniques with today’s analytical approaches for evaluating safety and ensuring responsible conservation.
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High-Temperature, Drying Shrinkage, and Environmental Impact Assessment of Alkali-Activated Concrete
Alkali-activated Concrete (AAC) is a potential substitute for traditional Portland cement concrete. However, uncertainties regarding its chemistry and a lack of information on long-term practical performance restrict it to precast applications. Several studies have addressed the chemistry and mechanical properties of AAC. So, this book emphasizes the long-term characterization of AAC, especially under the following categories: High-temperature exposure; Drying shrinkage; and Environmental impact assessment. The performance of AAC under each of these categories is significantly enhanced, compared to traditional Portland cement. With the recent need for sustainable construction…
This book explores Alkali-activated Concrete (AAC), a sustainable substitute for Portland cement. It focuses on AAC’s long-term performance advantages, addressing uncertainties and offering practical recommendations to pave the way for its wider use in construction.
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Engineering Dynamics
Where Scientific Motion Flows with Native Hawai'ian Culture
This innovative textbook presents the principles of engineering dynamics through the lens of classical mechanics of physics, while purposefully expanding its pedagogical scope to include culturally grounded examples relevant to the multicultural student body of Hawai‘i culture and beyond. Drawing from original physics literature and emphasizing clarity in conceptual understanding, the book is designed to meet the academic rigor expected in engineering programs, while also addressing a critical and often overlooked question: Can a Western-engineered curriculum effectively teach students from diverse cultural and historical backgrounds? To answer this, the author…
This innovative textbook presents the principles of engineering dynamics through the lens of classical mechanics of physics, while purposefully expanding its pedagogical scope to include culturally grounded examples relevant to the multicultural student body of Hawai‘i culture and beyond
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Engineering Dynamics
Where Scientific Motion Flows with Indigenous Tradition
This innovative textbook presents the principles of engineering dynamics through the lens of classical mechanics of physics, while purposefully expanding its pedagogical scope to include culturally grounded examples relevant to the multicultural student body of Hawai‘i culture and beyond. Drawing from original physics literature and emphasizing clarity in conceptual understanding, the book is designed to meet the academic rigor expected in engineering programs, while also addressing a critical and often overlooked question: Can a Western-engineered curriculum effectively teach students from diverse cultural and historical backgrounds? To answer this, the author…
This innovative textbook presents engineering dynamics by integrating examples from Native Hawaiian culture. It bridges abstract physics principles with culturally meaningful experiences, fostering greater relevance, inclusivity, and engagement in STEM classrooms.
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