Structural dynamics for engineers (2^nd Ed.)

This book provides a thoroughly updated introduction to the vibration of structures, dynamic testing and the dynamic behaviour of structures. This new edition also discusses the theory underpinning common computer design and modelling packages. Since publication of the first edition there has been increased level of construction of taller buildings and longer-span bridges which are susceptible to earthquakes and strong winds and a greater knowledge of dynamics and dampening of structural vibrations is required. Computer technology and programmes have also advanced rapidly and up-to-date coverage of these aspects is included. The introduction of Eurocodes is also considered.

Causes and effects of structural vibration. Equivalent one degree of freedom systems. Free vibration of one degree of freedom systems. Forced harmonic vibration of one degree of freedom systems. Evaluation of equivalent viscous damping coefficients by harmonic excitation. Response of linear and non-linear one degree of freedom systems to random loading: time domain analysis. Free vibration of multi-degree of freedom systems. Forced harmonic vibration of multidegrees of freedom systems. Damping matrices for multi-degree of freedom systems. The nature and statistical properties of wind. Dynamic response of turbulent wind: frequency domain analysis. The nature and properties of earthquakes. Dynamic response to earthquakes: frequency domain analysis. Generation of wind and earthquake histories.