Structures Subjected to Repeated Loading

This book contains a number of self-contained chapters by eminent researchers from around the world, dealing with recent advances relating to the design, assessment and repair of structures subjected to repeated loading. Topics covered include the influence of residual stresses and variable amplitude loading on fatigue damage accumulation, the role of fracture mechanics in assessing fatigue damaged structures and particular problems related to plate and box girder bridges and tubular joints in offshore structures. Each chapter is presented with adequate introductory material, an extensive bibliography and, wherever appropriate, detailed reference to practical applications so that the volume will be of interest to students, researchers and practitioners in many aspects of structural engineering.