Frontmatter i
Contents vii
Preface xv
Acknowledgments xix
Chapter 1: Introduction to Steel Structures 1
Chapter 2: Design Methods, Load Combinations, and Gravity Loads and Load Paths 71
Chapter 3: Lateral Loads and Lateral Force-Resisting Systems 155
Chapter 4: Tension Members 229
Chapter 5: Compression Members Under Concentric Axial Loads 287
Chapter 6: Flexural Members 365
Chapter 7: Composite Beams and Columns 479
Chapter 8: Members Under Combined Axial Load and Bending Moment 557
Chapter 9: Bolted Connections 693
Chapter 10: Welded Connections 771
Chapter 11: Moment Connections, Bracing and Truss Connections, and Miscellaneous Details 821
Chapter 12: Floor Vibrations Due to Human Activity 903
Chapter 13: Built-up Sections—Welded Plate Girders 941
Chapter 14: Practical Considerations in the Design of Steel Buildings 971
Appendix: Plastic Analysis and Design of Continuous Beams and Girders 1081
Index 1093

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Frontmatter i
Contents vii
Preface xv
Acknowledgments xix
Chapter 1: Introduction to Steel Structures 1
Chapter 2: Design Methods, Load Combinations, and Gravity Loads and Load Paths 71
Chapter 3: Lateral Loads and Lateral Force-Resisting Systems 155
Chapter 4: Tension Members 229
Chapter 5: Compression Members Under Concentric Axial Loads 287
Chapter 6: Flexural Members 365
Chapter 7: Composite Beams and Columns 479
Chapter 8: Members Under Combined Axial Load and Bending Moment 557
Chapter 9: Bolted Connections 693
Chapter 10: Welded Connections 771
Chapter 11: Moment Connections, Bracing and Truss Connections, and Miscellaneous Details 821
Chapter 12: Floor Vibrations Due to Human Activity 903
Chapter 13: Built-up Sections—Welded Plate Girders 941
Chapter 14: Practical Considerations in the Design of Steel Buildings 971
Appendix: Plastic Analysis and Design of Continuous Beams and Girders 1081
Index 1093

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