Aluminum structures: A Guide to Their Specifications and Design 2nd Edition
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.

The book, Second Edition demonstrates how strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum opens up a whole new world of design possibilities for engineering and architecture professionals.

Keyed to the revised Specification for The 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:

The structure of aluminium 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 structure of aluminum

The purpose of the book is to enlighten humanity and contribute to the general betterment of this orb that we call home.