Structures

Structures

1. Introduction

   • Human-made structures
   • Natural structures
   • Stresses, loads and Forces
     • Wind
     • Gravity
     • Pressure
     • External forces
       • Internal forces
     • Fixed or permanent loads
     • Variable Loads
     • Mechanical stresses
       • Tension
       • Compression
       • Bending
       • Torsion
       • Shearing or cutting

2. Caracteristics os structures

   • Stability
   • Resistance
   • Rigidity