Linear and nonlinear analyses of thick composite circular plates using the finite element method

A new finite element for circular plates based on Mindlin's shear-deformable plate theory is developed. Unlike conventional plate elements, these new elements may be stacked on top of one another to model laminated plates. The elements assure continuity of the displacements between the layers, but not continuity of the traction vectors. The element does not account for interlaminar slip or debonding between the layers. Each layer in the laminated plate is allowed an independent rotation. Hence, the model gives more accurate results than classical lamination theory models.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Mechanical Science

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2011

Author dc:creator

• Thiel, George Henry

Contributors dc:contributor

• Miller, Robert E.

• Applied Mechanics
• Engineering, Aerospace
• Engineering, Civil

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 1991 Thiel, George Henry

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

AAI9211010
(UMI)AAI9211010

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/19716