Connections

This textbook covers the behaviour of connections in steel structures and the design of mechanical fasteners and welds according to EN 1993 (Eurocode 3).

• Chapter 1 is about the function of connections in a steel structure and describes the different components. It also discusses the most important aspects of design and detailing and the role of the computer in the analysis and design of a steel structure

• Chapter 2 deals with the most widely used mechanical fasteners in ste...

This textbook deals in six chapters with the application and design of composite steel and concrete structures for buildings according to Eurocode 4.

• Chapter 1 gives a general overview of the characteristics, design and construction, and applications of composite beams, floors and columns. Also the advantages and disadvantages of the different structural solutions are discussed.

• Chapters 2 to 5 provide detailed information about the design methods and assessment rules in EN 1994 for ...

'Joints' is effective as a textbook for students and as a reference guide to Eurocode 3 for practising structural engineers. It deals in five chapters with the design of bolted and welded joints in frames and in tubular structures according to EN 1993 (Eurocode 3).

• Chapter 1 discusses the characteristics of joints in frames, focusing on beam-to-column joints. Addressed are: joint classification, modelling of joint characteristics (component method), joint resistance and the requirements f...