This book describes the theory of all the methods of static and dynamic analyses, be they linear or nonlinear, both materially and geometrically. The book is intended to give the reader a sound appreciation of the basic and advanced methods of structural analyses. Specific emphasis is given to the advanced analysis codes of MSC.NASTRAN and LS/DYNA.

This book describes the theory of passive structural motion control, i.e. the control and reduction of vibratory dynamic structural motion by optimum stiffness and mass, isolation systems, optimum damping and tuned mass dampers.

This book presents standard designs of structural elements (slabs, beams, columns and foundations) for low-rise residential buildings such as bungalows, semi-detached houses and link / terrace houses in reinforced concrete construction. It serves as a design tool for preliminary frame scheming and member sizing for the structural engineer. It also serves as a verification tool to automated computer generated design outputs.

Good practice guide to practical finite element modelling techniques with specific emphasis on the advanced analysis codes of MSC.NASTRAN and LS/DYNA.