Structural mechanics is driven by four fundamental concepts: Forces, Stresses, Deformation, and Strain—the “four players” in the game of structural analysis. This webinar will explore how these players interact in a structural system, beginning with the analysis of a simple beam under linear elastic conditions and progressing through more advanced stages of nonlinear static and nonlinear dynamic evaluation in the context of a simple structural frame.
What viewers will learn
- The foundational relationships between forces, stresses, deformation, and strain
- How these concepts evolve through linear and nonlinear analysis methods
- How to apply performance-based design (PBD) principles to evaluate a simple frame, considering both static and dynamic loads
- The importance of nonlinear dynamics in modern structural analysis and design
