ISSN:
1069-8299
Keywords:
static reanalysis
;
finite element method
;
structural analysis
;
Engineering
;
Numerical Methods and Modeling
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Mathematics
,
Technology
Notes:
This paper presents an exact structural static reanalysis method for locally modified structures. Through the introduction of structural rigid body motion eigenvectors, the generalized structural compliance matrix can be obtained and the original stiffness equation is transformed into a linear system of much lower order. The general solution of displacements can be expressed prior to any assignment of boundary conditions. For a structure with given boundary and loading conditions, the displacements can be obtained by solving this linear system. For locally modified structures, the structural compliance matrix can be adjusted quickly. This static reanalysis method can be used for structures with modifications on structural elements, boundary and loading conditions, either independently or in combination. Two test examples are provided in the paper to prove the efficiency of the method. © 1997 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Additional Material:
5 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
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