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“STATIC AND DYNAMIC ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES” by Professor Edward L. Wilson

A CSI PUBLICATION

Berkeley, CA – Professor Wilson’s latest book, “Static and Dynamic Analysis of Structures”, describes in physical and practical terms the underlying theory used in the structural programs of Computers and Structures, Inc., providing the background needed to successfully utilize these programs.

In his own words, “the major purpose of this book is to present the essential theoretical background so that the users of computer programs for structural analysis can understand the basic approximations used with the program, verify the results of all analyses and assume professional responsibility for the results.” At over 400 pages, this hardcover book beautifully illuminates topics important to the practicing engineer doing computer analysis, covering subjects such as Equilibrium and Compatibility, Isoparametric Finite Elements, Shell Elements, Boundary Conditions, Dynamic Analysis, Linear Viscous Damping, Fast Nonlinear Analysis and Seismic Analysis using Displacement Loadings, as well as many others.

Dr. Wilson is uniquely qualified to discuss modern structural analysis. He wrote the first automated finite element analysis computer program in 1961, and was the original developer of the SAP and ETABS series of programs while a Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of California at Berkeley from 1965 to 1991. He has published over 180 papers and books, and his research and development contributions have earned him many honors, including election to the National Academy of Engineering in 1981.

This book is an important reference for any engineer involved in the analysis of structures using computers. With its concise explanatory style, numerous illustrations, and use of physical analogies to explain the mathematics, this book will be a valued addition to the library of both the young and the experienced engineer.