Space frames provide a lightweight solution to the problem of creating large span enclosures free from obstructions. They are employed in many major construction projects across the world, as documented in this authoritatively written volume.This is the first in-depth book to present all instances a
Analysis, design and construction of steel space frames
โ Scribed by Suresh, G. R.; Ramaswamy, G. S.; Eekhout, Mick
- Publisher
- Thomas Telford
- Year
- 2002
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 193
- Category
- Library
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โฆ Table of Contents
Content: * Foreword * Preface * About the CD-ROM * Introduction to space frames * Structural design of space frame components * Preliminary design * Double-layer flat space frames * Time-and labour-saving aids for pre-and post-processing tasks * Space trusses for long spans * Braced barrel vaults * Braced domes * Optimization techniques * Stability checks * Index
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