Research Article
May 1973
Shell and Plate Analysis by Finite Elements
Publication: Journal of the Structural Division
Volume 99, Issue 5
Abstract
A doubly-curved quadrilateral shell element is described which uses the exact shell geometry in computing the stiffness matrix and consistent load vector. The element's degree-of-freedom may be transformed to and from three-dimensional coordinate systems, which enables it to be used in the analysis of branched and stiffened shells. The elimination of midside nodes through the assumption of linear variation of derivative degrees-of-freedom on the four sides reduces data input requirements considerably and, yet, does not detract from the element's performance. The element's convergence characteristics provide solutions to linear and nonlinear problems with a minimum number of elements.
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Journal of the Structural Division
Volume 99 • Issue 5 • May 1973
Pages: 889 - 902
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© 1973 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: May 1973
Published online: Feb 1, 2021
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Rembert F. Jones Jr., M.ASCE
Head, Design Applications Br., Naval Ship Research and Development Center, Dept. of Navy, Bethesda, Md.
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