Non linear calculus

[binafem]

Hi to all of you,

we know that when we solve a structure we can have :

1) non linearity due to the material (read: reinforced concrete ...),

2) geometric non linearity , I would mean the section of the element doesn't remain plane due to the deformation;

3) non linearity due to big deformations, I would mean the case of a slender beam loaded normally to the transverse section.

I would like to know if there is an understandable book or a resource to study about all the themes above to get a glimpse into this branch of structural area.
Thank you very much in advance for your help
Indo

 

[ishvaaag]

This is not surely what you are asking for but a short and nice article on the matter for RC buildings.

http://www.nehrp.gov/pdf/nistgcr10-917-5.pdf

 

[bgatto]

Initially read EN 1993-1-1, chapter 5, especially 5.3 and 5.4. Then just follow the track.