Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Third Edition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781259585517)

The definitive guide to steel connection design--fully revised to reflect the latest codes and standards

Featuring contributions from a team of industry-recognized experts, this up-to-date resource offers comprehensive coverage of every type of steel connection. The book explains leading methods for connecting structural steel components--including state-of-the-art techniques and materials--and contains new information on fastener and welded joints. Hundreds of detailed examples, photographs, and illustrations simplify compliance.

Thoroughly updated to align with the 2016 AISC code provisions, Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Third Edition features brand-new material on important structural engineering topics that are rarely discussed in other texts. Sweeping revisions to this edition include completely rewritten chapters on welding and quality Control, state-of-the-art new construction and fabrication methods incorporated into the special structures chapter, a rigorously updated Steel Deck chapter that reflects the latest SDI requirements, new examples of partially restrained connections, and the latest on seismic connection and structural design.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

Fasteners and Welds for Structural Connections
Design of Connections for Axial, Moment, and Shear Forces
Welded Joint Design and Production
Partially Restrained Connections
Seismic Design of Connections
Connection Design for Special Structures
Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Steel Deck Connections

Bonus online chapters on Structural Steel Details and Connections to Composite Members