Theory and Comparison of the Effect of Composite and Shape Memory Alloy Stiffeners on Stability of Composite Shells and Plates
Abstract
The effects of composite and shape memory alloy stiffeners on stability of composite cylindrical shells and rectangular plates subjected to a compressive load are compared. The governing equations for reinforced cylindrical shells are developed based on the Love first approximation theory and smeared stiffeners technique. It is shown that composite stiffeners are more efficient in cylindrical shells, while shape memory alloy stiffeners may be preferable in plates or in long shallow shells. It is also proven that shape memory alloy stiffeners increase the upper and lower buckling loads, i.e. the linear buckling load and the minimum postbuckling load-carrying capacity of cylindrical shells modeled as single-degree-of-freedom systems by the same amount. © 1997 Elsevier Science Ltd.
Recommended Citation
V. Birman, "Theory and Comparison of the Effect of Composite and Shape Memory Alloy Stiffeners on Stability of Composite Shells and Plates," International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, Elsevier, Jan 1997.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/S0020-7403(97)00008-8
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0020-7403
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Article - Journal
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English
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© 1997 Elsevier, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 1997
