Overview
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William Weaver
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Stanford University, USA
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James M. Gere
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Stanford University, USA
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Table of contents (7 chapters)
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 1-54
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 55-116
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 117-180
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 181-290
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 291-372
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 373-446
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- William Weaver Jr., James M. Gere
Pages 447-467
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Back Matter
Pages 468-547
About this book
Matrix analysis of structures is a vital subject to every structural analyst, whether working in aero-astro, civil, or mechanical engineering. It provides a comprehensive approach to the analysis of a wide variety of structural types, and therefore offers a major advantage over traditional metho~ which often differ for each type of structure. The matrix approach also provides an efficient means of describing various steps in the analysis and is easily programmed for digital computers. Use of matrices is natural when performing calculations with a digital computer, because matrices permit large groups of numbers to be manipulated in a simple and effective manner. This book, now in its third edition, was written for both college students and engineers in industry. It serves as a textbook for courses at either the senior or first-year graduate level, and it also provides a permanent reference for practicing engineers. The book explains both the theory and the practical implementation of matrix methods of structural analysis. Emphasis is placed on developing a physical understanding of the theory and the ability to use computer programs for performing structural calculations.
