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<p><b>Mechanics of Structures and Materials: Advancements and Challenges</b> is a collection of peer-reviewed papers presented at the 24th Australasian Conference on the Mechanics of Structures and Materials (ACMSM24, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, 6-9 December 2016). The contributions from academics, researchers and practising engineers from Australasian, Asia-pacific region and around the world, cover a wide range of topics, including:</p> <p>* Structural mechanics<br> * Computational mechanics<br> * Reinforced and prestressed concrete structures<br> * Steel structures<br> * Composite structures<br> * Civil engineering materials<br> * Fire engineering<br> * Coastal and offshore structures<br> * Dynamic analysis of structures<br> * Structural health monitoring and damage identification<br> * Structural reliability analysis and design<br> * Structural optimization<br> * Fracture and damage mechanics<br> * Soil mechanics and foundation engineering<br> * Pavement materials and technology<br> * Shock and impact loading<br> * Earthquake loading<br> * Traffic and other man-made loadings<br> * Wave and wind loading<br> * Thermal effects<br> * Design codes</p> <p><b>Mechanics of Structures and Materials: Advancements and Challenges</b> will be of interest to academics and professionals involved in Structural Engineering and Materials Science.</p>