Tall Building Design: Steel, Concrete, and Composite Systems – eBook

Description

**Unlock the Secrets of Tall Building Design**

Addressing a Frequently Asked Question from Architects: “Can We Do This?”

Delve into the intricate world of high-rise construction with Tall Building Design: Steel, Concrete, and Composite Systems (PDF), the ultimate guide that balances theoretical foundations with practical application. This comprehensive textbook guides designers through code-based practices while fostering a deeper understanding of the underlying reasons for essential provisions. With a focus on creativity in design, it asserts that the process goes beyond merely executing framing plans, encouraging innovative thinking through relevant examples tied to vital building codes and standards.

**Dive into Structural Mechanics and Design Methodologies**

Explore the dynamic behavior of steel, concrete, and composite materials as the book methodically scrutinizes their performance within structural systems. The eBook offers a thorough examination of loads and load combinations integral to building design, detailing the processes for determining design wind loads using ASCE 7-10 provisions and evaluating wind tunnel methodologies. Gain insights into the fundamentals of conceptual seismic design, which focuses on mitigating issues stemming from seismic forces, while also being introduced to the cutting-edge concept of performance-based design (PBD).

**Key Features Include**:
– Serviceability considerations and prediction techniques for tall building movements
– Seismic isolation strategies, damping device implementations, and design methodologies for blast resistance
– Insights into progressive collapse phenomena and the final chapters break down gravity and lateral systems in concrete, steel, and composite structures.

**Comprehensive Coverage Tailored for the Modern Engineer**

This pivotal eBook covers an array of topics that are crucial for anyone involved in structural design, addressing:

• Preliminary analysis and design methods
• The ductility trade-off concept for enhanced strength
• Differentiation of design approaches supported by code
• Structural rehabilitation techniques for seismically vulnerable steel and concrete buildings

Designed for practicing engineers, educators, and recent graduates venturing into the realm of structural engineering, Tall Building Design: Steel, Concrete, and Composite Systems integrates contemporary building codes and offers a vast examination of all key building systems.

Endorsements from Industry Experts

“…one of the most comprehensive eBooks covering the structural design of high-rise buildings. The practical examples drawn from the author’s extensive experience offer invaluable insights for emerging structural engineers.” ― Sang Dae Kim, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea.

“I not only aspire to have this on my shelf but also intend to include it as a required textbook for my graduate courses and technical electives. Dr. Taranath possesses profound expertise in building codes, particularly concerning earthquake and wind engineering.” ― Dr. Hany J. Farran, Professor of Structural Engineering, Cal Poly Pomona, California, USA.

“This eBook stands out as an exceptional resource for the comprehensive aspects of tall building design. Its blend of theoretical understanding bolstered by code-based applications is essential for cultivating excellent engineers. Despite its extensive coverage, the accessibility of the text makes it suitable for both seasoned professionals and newcomers, making it a necessary addition to any aspiring engineer’s library.” ― David Naish, Assistant Professor, California State University Fullerton, USA.

Explore the multifaceted landscape of tall building design today and elevate your engineering acumen with this definitive reference!

**ISBN-13: 978-1514970497**
**ISBN-10: 1514970494**