Abstract: A method for finding a modified bending stiffness matrix for a member of varying section is presented. The assumption is made that the displacement function for a uniform beam may be used as an approximation to the correct ...

Abstract: This note examines the computer modeling of grids and space frames which have joints between members where there are significant offsets. This is commonly done by the inclusion of dummy members of high stiffness. Results ...

Abstract: The conjugate load/displacement method for elastic stability analysis is applied to square plates with a range of centrally located rectangular perforation sizes and shapes, subjected to various in-plane loading conditions. ...