Updating the knowledge in the original edition, this volume deals with static and dynamic analysis, model studies, design, construction materials and examples on simple and pretensioned, air supported as well as fabric, roofs. The book also includes description of computer software which can be used for the static or dynamic analysis of cable assemblies of any configuration, using the 'tension coefficient' or the finite element approach. Highlights One-stop reference covering almost 60 years of research and development Includes Finite Element Method in two chapters dealing with analysis Substantial new material on fabric roofs Special section on practical examples Detailed list of references for further study Software included in CD and illustrated in appendices About the Author Prem Krishna obtained Bachelors as well as Masters degrees in Civil and Structural engineering respectively from the erstwhile University of Roorkee , and his Doctorate from the Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, London, UK. P.N. Godbole obtained Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from IIT Bombay, Masters degree from University of Roorkee, and his Doctorate from University of Wales, Swansea, UK.
Updating the knowledge in the original edition, this volume deals with static and dynamic analysis, model studies, design, construction materials and examples on simple and pretensioned, air supported as well as fabric, roofs. The book also includes description of computer software which can be used for the static or dynamic analysis of cable assemblies of any configuration, using the 'tension coefficient' or the finite element approach. Highlights One-stop reference covering almost 60 years of research and development Includes Finite Element Method in two chapters dealing with analysis Substantial new material on fabric roofs Special section on practical examples Detailed list of references for further study Software included in CD and illustrated in appendices About the Author Prem Krishna obtained Bachelors as well as Masters degrees in Civil and Structural engineering respectively from the erstwhile University of Roorkee , and his Doctorate from the Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, London, UK. P.N. Godbole obtained Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from IIT Bombay, Masters degree from University of Roorkee, and his Doctorate from University of Wales, Swansea, UK.