Abstract: In this paper, a new computational algorithm for the numerical solution of the adjoint equations for the nonlinear optimal control problem is introduced. To this end, the main features of the optimal control theory are ...

Abstract: In this investigation, the pantograph/catenary contact is examined using two different formulations. The first is an elastic contact formulation that allows for the catenary/panhead separation and for the analysis of the ...

Abstract: In this paper, a rational absolute nodal coordinate formulation (RANCF) thin plate element is developed and its use in the analysis of curved geometry is demonstrated. RANCF finite elements are the rational counterpart of ...

Abstract: In this paper, the consistent rotation-based formulation (CRBF) is used to develop a new fully parametrized plate finite element (FE) based on the kinematic description of the absolute nodal coordinate formulation (ANCF). ...