This book, framed in the processes of engineering analysis and design, presents concepts in mechanics of materials for students in two-year or four-year program
For the past forty years Beer and Johnston have been the uncontested leaders in the teaching of undergraduate engineering mechanics. Their careful presentation
In addition to coverage of customary elementary subjects (tension, torsion, bending, etc.), this introductory text features advanced material on engineering met
Mechanics of Materials helps students gain physical and intuitive understanding of the ideas underlying the mechanics of materials; grasp big picture ideas; and
This text develops student understanding along with analytical and problem-solving skills. The main topics include analysis and design of structural members sub