Covers theory and background of local buckling, presenting simple design calculations which address this intriguing phenomenon. Attempts to master the process of buckling are described, citing both successes and failures. A number of failure case studies are presented as well. The final section of the book presents easy-to-follow design examples which conform to the latest Eurocode. Intended to introduce senior students in Bridge and Structural Engineering to the phenomenon of buckling, with special focus on thin-walled plated bridge girders. Suitable as a course instruction guide for its...
Covers theory and background of local buckling, presenting simple design calculations which address this intriguing phenomenon. Attempts to master ...
Provides a detailed overview of 20 cases of famous and other highly interesting bridge collapses over the last two centuries. Here, each case is illustrated and described in detail and the failure analyses made are supported by explanations and, in some ca
Provides a detailed overview of 20 cases of famous and other highly interesting bridge collapses over the last two centuries. Here, each case is illus...
