Abstract: A solution is presented for a semi-infinite cylindrical (Timoshenko type) shell subjected to dynamic loading at one end using the method characteristics. Explicit results are obtained for the ...

Abstract: This paper reviews the effect of prestress on a simple truss design problem with two loading conditions. Optimality criteria are formulated on the “sum” and “difference” problems. These criteria are subsequently interpreted ...

Abstract: This paper discusses the structural optimization problem of finding the optimal wall fhickness of an axisymmetric cylindrical shell so as to maximize the buckling load when the volume of material is fixed. An optimality ...

Abstract: This paper explores the use of mass/stiffness eccentricity in simple buildings to damp the response to excitation due to base motion. Examples include one- and two-story buildings when discussing low-rise structures and ...

Abstract: This note describes the calculation of the optimal shape of a cantilever beam under two simple cases of transient loading.

Abstract: This paper discusses the deformation imposed on an elastic tape wrapped helically around an elastic cylinder which is then subjected to pure bending. Applications to problems which occur during the manufacture and subsequent ...