Higher-Order Theories for Structural Analysis Using Legendre Polynomial Expansions

1969 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 757-762 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. I. Soler
Keyword(s):  
Structural Analysis ◽  
Legendre Polynomials ◽  
Direct Reduction ◽  
Beam Theory ◽  
Plane Elasticity ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Field Equations ◽  
Displacement Boundary ◽  
Polynomial Expansions

Governing equations of plane elasticity are examined to define suitable approximate theories. Each dependent variable in the problem is considered as a series expansion in Legendre polynomials; attention is focused on establishment of a logical approach to truncation of the series. Important variables for approximate theories of any order are established from energy considerations, and the desired approximate theories are established by direct reduction of the field equations and also from an energy viewpoint. A new “classical” beam theory is developed capable of treating displacement boundary conditions on lateral surfaces. Higher-order approximate theories are studied to make certain comparisons with exact solutions; the results of these comparisons indicate that the new method yields approximate theories which may be more accurate than previous theories with similar levels of approximation.

scholarly journals HIGHER-ORDER CURVATURE TERMS IN BORN–INFELD TYPE BRANE THEORIES

2011 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. 59-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
EFRAIN ROJAS
Keyword(s):  
Ricci Tensor ◽  
General Structure ◽  
Extrinsic Curvature ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Square Root ◽  
Auxiliary Variables ◽  
Field Equations ◽  
Alternative Description ◽  
Brane Models ◽  
Combined Matrix

The field equations associated to Born–Infeld type brane theories are studied by using auxiliary variables. This approach hinges on the fact, that the expressions defining the physical and geometrical quantities describing the worldvolume are varied independently. The general structure of the Born–Infeld type theories for branes contains the square root of a determinant of a combined matrix between the induced metric on the worldvolume swept out by the brane and a symmetric/antisymmetric tensor depending on gauge, matter or extrinsic curvature terms taking place on the worldvolume. The higher-order curvature terms appearing in the determinant form come to play in competition with other effective brane models. Additionally, we suggest a Born–Infeld–Einstein type action for branes where the higher-order curvature content is provided by the worldvolume Ricci tensor. This action provides an alternative description of the dynamics of braneworld scenarios.

LEFM Analysis of V-Notched Aluminum Plates Using Higher-Order Layerwise Model

2014 ◽  
Vol 898 ◽  
pp. 355-358
Author(s):  
Kwang Sung Woo ◽  
Yoo Mi Kwon ◽  
Dong Woo Lee ◽  
Hee Joong Kim
Keyword(s):  
Legendre Polynomials ◽  
Present Method ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Virtual Crack Closure Technique ◽  
Shape Functions ◽  
Intensity Factors ◽  
Displacement Fields ◽  
Closure Technique ◽  
Aluminum Plates ◽  
Convergent Approach

Higher-order layerwise model is proposed to determine stress intensity factors using virtual crack closure technique for V-notched plates. Present method is based on p-convergent approach and adopts the concept of subparametric element. In assumed displacement field, strain-displacement relations and 3-D constitutive equations of a layer are obtained by combination of 2-D and 1-D higher-order shape functions. Thus, it allows independent implementation of p-refinement for in-plane and transversal displacements. In the proposed elements, the integrals of Legendre polynomials and Gauss-Lobatto technique are employed to interpolate displacement fields and to implement numerical quadrature, respectively.

scholarly journals Vibration and Instability of Rotating Composite Thin-Walled Shafts with Internal Damping

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ren Yongsheng ◽  
Zhang Xingqi ◽  
Liu Yanghang ◽  
Chen Xiulong
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Work ◽  
Numerical Study ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Beam Theory ◽  
Dynamical Analysis ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Internal Damping ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Thin Walled

The dynamical analysis of a rotating thin-walled composite shaft with internal damping is carried out analytically. The equations of motion are derived using the thin-walled composite beam theory and the principle of virtual work. The internal damping of shafts is introduced by adopting the multiscale damping analysis method. Galerkin’s method is used to discretize and solve the governing equations. Numerical study shows the effect of design parameters on the natural frequencies, critical rotating speeds, and instability thresholds of shafts.

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