ENGINEERING FOR STEEL CONSTRUCTION.

Abstract

Structural engineers are increasingly aware of the importance of details and connections in steel structures. These are not only the key to economy but also may be the source of trouble. For this reason, AISC has just released a new 370-pg. textbook - Engineering for Steel Construction - for the advanced detailer and design engineer. The new book is a companion to Detailing for Steel Construction, which was written for the beginning detailer who might have a high school education. 'Structural Engineering' presents the theory and methods of application used in the book to model design procedures for details and connections. 'Simple (Type 2) Connections' treats the behavior and design of all popular connections - framing angles, shear tabs, end plates, single angles and tees. 'Moment Connections' includes the design and detailing of welded beam-to-column connections, end plates, flange plates, cap and seat angles and flexible wind connections.