Advances and Trends in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation

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This volume features over 300 papers organized into 21 sections, presented at the Fourth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation (SEMC 2010) in Cape Town, South Africa. The SEMC conferences, held every three years, unite academics, researchers, and practitioners in structural mechanics and engineering. The primary aim is to review recent advancements, share developments, and tackle current and future challenges in these fields. Key topics covered include structural mechanics (dynamics, vibration, seismic response, and fluid-structure interaction), mechanics of materials (plasticity, fracture, fatigue, and damage), and numerical/computational modeling (finite-element and structural modeling). The book also addresses structural engineering in various materials such as steel, concrete, and timber, focusing on design, construction, and operational considerations like fire and seismic resistance, safety, and maintenance. Structures discussed range from buildings and sports facilities to bridges, tunnels, and industrial components. This publication, comprising extended abstracts and a CD-ROM with full papers, is essential for engineers, academics, and researchers in civil, structural, mechanical, and aerospace engineering, as well as those involved in the analysis, design, and maintenance of engineering structures.