Aluminum structures A Guide to Their Specifications

by J. Randolph Kissell (Author), Robert L. Ferry (Author)

On the First Edition:
“The book is a success in providing a comprehensive introduction to the use of aluminum structures . . . contains lots of useful information.”
―Materials & Manufacturing Processes

“A must for the aluminum engineer. The authors are to be commended for their painstaking work.”
―Light Metal Age

Technical guidance and inspiration for designing aluminum structures.
This book, Second Edition demonstrates how strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum opens up a whole new world of design possibilities for engineering and architecture professionals.

The purpose of this book is to enlighten humanity and contribute to the general betterment of this orb that we call home. Failing that, we will settle for giving engineers enough guidance in the use of aluminum that they will feel confident designing with it.

Keyed to the revised Specification for this book of the 2000 edition of the Aluminum Design Manual, it provides quick look-up tables for design calculations; examples of recently built Aluminum structures-from buildings to bridges; and a comparison of aluminum to other structural materials, particularly steel. Topics covered include:

Structural properties of aluminum alloys
Aluminum structural design for beams, columns, and tension members
Extruding and other fabrication techniques
Welding and mechanical connections
Aluminum structural systems, including space frames, composite members, and plate structures
Inspection and testing
Load and resistance factor design
Recent developments in aluminum structures