Stress, Strain, and Structural Dynamics: An Interactive Handbook of Formulas, Solutions, and MATLAB Toolboxes, Second Edition is the definitive reference to statics and dynamics of solids and structures, including mechanics of materials, structural mechanics, elasticity, rigid-body dynamics, vibrations, structural dynamics, and structural controls. The book integrates the development of fundamental theories, formulas, and mathematical models with user-friendly interactive computer programs that are written in MATLAB. This unique merger of technical reference and interactive computing provides instant solutions to a variety of engineering problems, and in-depth exploration of the physics of deformation, stress and motion by analysis, simulation, graphics, and animation.
1. Introduction 2. Static Analysis of Euler-Bernoulli Beams 3. Static Analysis of Bars, Shafts, and Strings 4. Buckling Analysis of Columns; Stress Analysis in Two-Dimensional Problems 5. Static Analysis of Constrained Multi-Span Beams 6. Static Analysis of Plane and Space Trusses 7. Static Analysis of Plane and Space Frames 8. Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies 9. Vibration Analysis of One-Degree-of-Freedom Systems 10. Vibration and Control of Multi-Degree-of-Freedom Systems 11. Dynamics and Control of Euler-Bernoulli Beams 12. Dynamic Analysis of Bars, Shafts, and Strings 13. Dynamic Analysis of Constrained, Combined, and Stepped Beams 14. Vibration Analysis of Plane Trusses and Frames 15. Static Analysis of Linearly Elastic Bodies 16. Free Vibration of Membranes and Plates
Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, University of Southern California, USA. With 20 years of research experience, he has published approximately 150 journal and conference papers in the areas of solid mechanics, vibrations, structural dynamics, and controls. His current research interests include modelling, analysis, and deployment control of inflatable space structures, servo control of flexible positioning systems, and development of intelligent biomedical devices via smart materials and micro-electro-mechanical systems. A fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Dr. Yang received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from the University of Southern California at Berkeley.