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Theory of Structures I
Baustatik I
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Abstract
Introduction to structural mechanics, statically determinate beams and frame structures, trusses, stresses and deformations, statically indeterminate beams and frame structures (force method)
Objective
- Understanding the response of elastic beam and frame structures - Ability to correctly apply the equilibrium conditions - Understanding the basics of continuum mechanics - Computation of stresses and deformations of elastic structures - Ability to apply the force (flexibility) method for statically indeterminate structures
Content
- Equilibrium, reactions, static determinacy - Internal forces (normal and shear forces, moments) - Arches and cables - Elastic trusses - Influence lines - Basics of continuum mechanics - Stresses in elastic beams - Deformations in Euler-Bernoulli and Timoshenko beams - Energy theorems - Statically indeterminate systems (Force method)
Resources
Lecture Notes
Bruno Sudret, "Einführung in die Baustatik" (2018)Additional course material will be available on the web page:https://sudret.ibk.ethz.ch/education/baustatik.html
Literature
Peter Marti, "Theory of Structures", Wiley, 2013, 679 pp.
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Offizielle Vorlesungswebseite
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- 5 Seiten Zusammenfassung (handschriftlich oder digital verfasst)Nicht-programmierbare Taschenrechner ohne externe Kommunikation (siehe Liste auf Homepage)
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Baustatik I |
|
3 h weekly |
| exercise | Baustatik I (in G) |
|
2 h weekly |