Step‐Load Response Analysis by Generalized Functions
Publication: Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 112, Issue 3
Abstract
Blast loads on structures are conveniently represented by means of Heaviside step functions. Due to the non‐differentiability of these functions the analytical handling (integration by parts) fails quickly. This problem can be successfully overcome by applying the theory of generalized functions. Calculations for rectangular plates are presented for illustration.
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Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 112 • Issue 3 • March 1986
Pages: 311 - 321
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Copyright © 1986 ASCE.
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Published online: Mar 1, 1986
Published in print: Mar 1986
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