Columns: A Treatise on the Strength and Design of Compression Members (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. H. Salmon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265269458 ISBN 13: 9780265269459

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Depth-driven guide to column design and strength testing

This comprehensive treatise examines the strength, end conditions, and design methods for compression columns. It blends theory with practical guidance, including empirical formulas and examples, to help engineers predict performance under various loads.

The book covers foundational definitions, end restrictions, lattice-braced and solid columns, and the evolution from classical theories to modern design approaches. It emphasizes practical imperfections, such as initial curvature and bearing faults, and shows how they affect strength and safety.

• Clear explanations of end conditions, line of resistance, and key cross‑section parameters.
• Step-by-step discussion of analytical methods, empirical formulas, and design strategies.
• Inspector‑friendly notes on imperfections that influence real‑world performance.
• Illustrative examples and a wide range of materials used in columns.

Ideal for engineers and students seeking a solid, historically grounded reference on the design and analysis of compression members.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265269458
• ISBN 13: 9780265269459
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 302