Ugural provides a comprehensive and methodical presentation of the basic concepts in the analysis of members subjected to axial loads, torsion, bending, and pressure. The material presented strikes a balance between the theory necessary to gain insight into mechanics and numerical solutions, both of which are useful in performing stress analysis in a realistic setting. Readers will also benefit from the visual interpretation of the basic equations and of the means by which the loads are resisted in typical members.

Introduction
Concepts of Stress
Stress and Strain
Axially Loaded Members
Torsion
Shear and Moment in Beams
Stresses in Beams
Transformation of Stress and Strain
Combined Loadings and Failure Criteria
Deflections of Beams
Buckling of Columns
Energy Methods and Impact
Finite Element Analysis
Appendix A: Properties of Areas