Structural stability

CIVIL-369

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Course summary

01 Introduction and Easy Statics (Week #1)

This lecture series discusses the course logistics, material covered and introduces a new method to conduct statics very easily.

02 - Plastic Analysis and Collapse Loads (Week #2)

This lecture series discusses implications of material nonlinearity and its relation to structural stability. The plastic analysis is demonstrated and various collapse mechanisms are illustrated. Several case studies are shown with emphasis on girders and frames.

03-Stability of Axially Loaded Members (Week #3)

This lecture series covers the beam-column theory for axially loaded members. Presents the buckling determinant for stability problems, the role of imperfections and residual stresses on the buckling resistance of axially loaded members, end-restrained columns and buckling resistance according to design standards.

04-Interaction Curves - Bending and Axial Load (Week #4)

This lecture series covers the interaction of axial load and bending demands in framed elements. 

Assignment #1

05-Lateral Torsional Buckling of Members (Weeks #5 & #6)

06-Frame Stability (Weeks #7 & #8)

Problem Set #2

07-Euler Method and Equilibrium Paths of Characteristic Systems (Week #9)

08-Potential Energy and Dynamic Methods for Assessing Stability (Weeks #10 & #11)

Problem Set #3

This problem set comprises two problems that cover the material of the course during Weeks #9 to #11. 

Please submit your problem set online in Moodle.

You are allowed to work in groups of two. If you work in groups of two then each one of you should submit the same solution to the assignment


09-Plate Buckling and Applications in Structural Mechanics (Weeks #12 & #13)

This lecture series covers the stability of plates. After covering the theory of plate buckling several practical applications are covered that are widely used in structural engineering.

10-Case Studies on Structural Stability (Week #14)

Take-home exam 21 06 2021 - Structural Stability