ABSTRACT
F in i t e E l e m e n t s A v a i l a b le f o r t h e A n a ly s is o f N o n - c u r v e d T h in - w a l le d S t r u c tu r e s
Slade Gellin Bell Aerospace Textron, Buffalo, New York , USA
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George C. Lee State University o f New York at Buffalo, New York , USA
1.1. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this chapter is to give a theoretical basis for some sample finite elements which can be used to analyse long, slender straight members whose cross-sections can be classified as thin-walled. This theoretical basis can be extended to develop finite elements appropriate to curved members, or more complex behavior to be experienced by the straight members.
