ARTHUR P. BORESI was Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois and at the University of Wyoming, following a career of over 40 years in academia. He was a highly regarded researcher in applied mechanics, dissertation advisor to more than 20 PhD recipients, and author of textbooks in engineering mechanics and theory of elasticity.

RICHARD J. SCHMIDT is Professor Emeritus at the University of Wyoming, where he served as Professor in Civil and Architectural Engineering for over thirty years, including positions as Associate Dean of the College of Engineering and Department Head. His expertise spans engineering mechanics and structural engineering. He co-authored the fifth and sixth editions of this text with Dr. Arthur P. Boresi.

DAVID J. MUKAI is H.T. Person Professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Wyoming. As Associate Professor in Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management, his research focuses on reinforced concrete behavior under seismic events, theoretical fracture mechanics, and engineering education.