Abstract: An asymptotic theory of composite plates is constructed using the variational asymptotic method. To maximize simplicity and promote efficiency of the developed model, a transformation procedure is required to establish a ...

Abstract: Structural and aeroelastic analyses using beam theories by default choose a cross section that is perpendicular to the reference line. In several cases, such as swept wings with high AR, a beam theory that allows for the ...

Abstract: An asymptotically correct, nonlinear, analytical crosssectional analysis is developed for pretwisted, isotropic beams under axial load and torsion. A comprehensive model is presented that for the first time simultaneously ...

Abstract: A mechanical system is often modeled as a set of particles and rigid bodies, some of which are constrained in one way or another. A concise method is proposed for identifying a set of constraint forces needed to ensure the ...

Abstract: An error is introduced by the conventional approach of applying beam theory in the presence of interiorly applied loads. This error arises from neglecting the influence of the precise distribution of surface tractions and ...