by N. Subramanian is a comprehensive textbook widely used by undergraduate and postgraduate civil and structural engineering students, as well as practicing engineers. The book is primarily based on the limit state method (LSM) of design in accordance with the latest Indian Standard code, IS 800:2007 . Key Features and Content

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Comprehensive explanation of how non-uniform stress distribution affects the load-carrying capacity of tension members. 4. Compression Members

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Analyzing joints where the load line does not pass through the CG of the bolt/weld group, inducing twisting moments. 6. Industrial Buildings and Plate Girders