Structural Design via Optimality Criteria
The Prager Approach to Structural Optimization
- 496 pages
- 18 hours of reading
The book delves into the evolution of structural optimization research, focusing on numerical methods for complex designs and the analytical conditions for optimality in simpler structures. It highlights the significance of both approaches for validating numerical techniques and enhancing practical designs. The narrative is enriched by the author's personal reflections on their relationship with William Prager, whose unexpected death in 1980 marked a pivotal moment in structural mechanics. The picturesque backdrop of Savognin, Switzerland, serves as a setting for their profound discussions on the subject.
