This paper presents a mixed finite element (MFE) formulation for studying the linear static behavior of both thin and relatively thick laminated composite cylindrical and spherical shells. The method employs the Higher Order Shear Deformation Theory to account for cross-section warping due to transverse shear stress. It ensures the stationarity of the system's functional using the Hellinger-Reissner principle. Finite element discretization is accomplished with four-noded quadrilateral two-dimensional elements. The MFE formulation offers the advantage of directly obtaining displacements and stress resultants at the nodes. Comparison and convergence analyses are performed considering various shear functions, boundary conditions, and geometrical configurations.
Higher order shear deformation theory laminated composite shell hellinger-reissner principle mixed finite element method static analysis
This paper presents a mixed finite element (MFE) formulation for studying the linear static behavior of both thin and relatively thick laminated composite cylindrical and spherical shells. The method employs the Higher Order Shear Deformation Theory to account for cross-section warping due to transverse shear stress. It ensures the stationarity of the system's functional using the Hellinger-Reissner principle. Finite element discretization is accomplished with four-noded quadrilateral two-dimensional elements. The MFE formulation offers the advantage of directly obtaining displacements and stress resultants at the nodes. Comparison and convergence analyses are performed considering various shear functions, boundary conditions, and geometrical configurations.
Higher order shear deformation theory laminated composite shell hellinger-reissner principle mixed finite element method static analysis
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Numerical Modelization in Civil Engineering, Soil Mechanics in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering (Other) |
Journal Section | Research Articles |
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Early Pub Date | July 29, 2024 |
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Submission Date | November 27, 2023 |
Acceptance Date | July 19, 2024 |
Published in Issue | Year 2025 Volume: 36 Issue: 1 |