Abstract: In this work, a hybrid finite element formulation is presented to predict the flutter boundaries of circular cylindrical shells made of functionally graded (FG) materials. The development is based on a combination of linear ...

Abstract: In this study, aeroelastic analysis of a spherical shell subjected to external supersonic airflow is carried out. The structural model is based on a combination of the linear spherical shell theory and the classic finite ...

Abstract: This paper presents a numerical model to simulate the initial stress stiffening effect, induced by radial pressure and/or axial load on the dynamic behavior of axisymmetric shells. This effect is particularly important for ...