Nonlinear Pull-in Instability of Rectangular Nanoplates Based on the Positive and Negative Second-Order Strain Gradient Theories with Various Edge Supports

2020 ◽  
Vol 75 (4) ◽  
pp. 317-331 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Zabihi ◽  
R. Ansari ◽  
K. Hosseini ◽  
F. Samadani ◽  
J. Torabi
Keyword(s):  
Differential Equation ◽  
Strain Gradient ◽  
Plate Theory ◽  
Second Order ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Analytical Approximations ◽  
Thin Plate Theory ◽  
Homotopy Analysis ◽  
Gradient Theories ◽  
The Galerkin Method

AbstractBased on the positive and negative second-order strain gradient theories along with Kirchhoff thin plate theory and von Kármán hypothesis, the pull-in instability of rectangular nanoplate is analytically investigated in the present article. For this purpose, governing models are extracted under intermolecular, electrostatic, hydrostatic, and thermal forces. The Galerkin method is formally exerted for converting the governing equation into an ordinary differential equation. Then, the homotopy analysis method is implemented as a well-designed technique to acquire the analytical approximations for analyzing the effects of disparate parameters on the nonlinear pull-in behavior. As an outcome, the impacts of nonlinear forces on nondimensional fundamental frequency, the voltage of pull-in, and softening and hardening effects are examined comparatively.

scholarly journals Semi-analytical static analysis of nonlocal strain gradient laminated composite nanoplates in hygrothermal environment

2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giovanni Tocci Monaco ◽  
Nicholas Fantuzzi ◽  
Francesco Fabbrocino ◽  
Raimondo Luciano
Keyword(s):  
Thin Plate ◽  
Strain Gradient ◽  
Plate Theory ◽  
Laminated Composite ◽  
Equilibrium Equations ◽  
Thin Plate Theory ◽  
Bending Behavior ◽  
Hygrothermal Environment ◽  
Load Types ◽  
Novel Applications

AbstractIn this work, the bending behavior of nanoplates subjected to both sinusoidal and uniform loads in hygrothermal environment is investigated. The present plate theory is based on the classical laminated thin plate theory with strain gradient effect to take into account the nonlocality present in the nanostructures. The equilibrium equations have been carried out by using the principle of virtual works and a system of partial differential equations of the sixth order has been carried out, in contrast to the classical thin plate theory system of the fourth order. The solution has been obtained using a trigonometric expansion (e.g., Navier method) which is applicable to simply supported boundary conditions and limited lamination schemes. The solution is exact for sinusoidal loads; nevertheless, convergence has to be proved for other load types such as the uniform one. Both the effect of the hygrothermal loads and lamination schemes (cross-ply and angle-ply nanoplates) on the bending behavior of thin nanoplates are studied. Results are reported in dimensionless form and validity of the present methodology has been proven, when possible, by comparing the results to the ones from the literature (available only for cross-ply laminates). Novel applications are shown both for cross- and angle-ply laminated which can be considered for further developments in the same topic.

Prediction of Vibration Properties of Sandwich Panel Using Thick Plate Theory

2001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qunli Liu ◽  
Yi Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Differential Equation ◽  
Partial Differential Equation ◽  
Variational Principle ◽  
Free Vibration ◽  
Thick Plate ◽  
Sandwich Panel ◽  
Plate Theory ◽  
Vibration Properties ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Thin Plate Theory

Abstract The vibration of a sandwich panel with two identical isotropic facesheets and an orthotropic core was studied. The governing partial differential equation was derived using variational principle. Kirchhoff’s theory was applied to describe the deformation of the panel, and the rotational effect was taken into consideration. The frequencies of free vibration of a rectangular panel can be predicted based on the proposed analytical model. Results based on the proposed model were compared with those from thin plate theory. The effect of orthotropic core on frequencies was also discussed.

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