Understanding Structural Engineering

This book illustrates:

* key conceptual breakthroughs in structural engineering in the twentieth century

* the science of structural engineering from basic mechanics and computing to the ultimate process of engineering design

* how engineers implement theory to practice through idealizations and simplifications

* covers current and future trends in structural engineering

Developments and advancements in structural engineering hinge on a few key breakthroughs in concepts, simplifications and idealizations. Simplification, the art of structural engineering, is a key theme throughout this book. But the authors go further – their clear explanations of the role and impact of new, science-based developments shows you how to put them into practice.