Computer Applications in Mechanics of Materials using MATLAB
Published on 5. November 1997
Book
Paperback/Softback
321 pages
978-0-13-749060-8 (ISBN)
Description
Appropriate for junior and senior Engineering majors as a supplemental text for either a Mechanics of Materials or Engineering Analysis course.
Focusing on physical applications in mechanics, the book's goal is to utilize concepts learned in a first-level engineering course to explore the benefits of computer usage in problem solving.
Focusing on physical applications in mechanics, the book's goal is to utilize concepts learned in a first-level engineering course to explore the benefits of computer usage in problem solving.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
357 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-749060-8 (9780137490608)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. Axially Loaded Systems.
Analysis of Two Rods Subjected to Gravity Loading. Analysis of a Two Member Truss.
2. Stress and Strain.
Plate Analysis Using Hooke's Law. Stresses in the Bolts of a Flange Coupling.
3. Statically Indeterminate Systems.
Multiple Rods with a Common Load Point. Rigid Bar Suspended by Cables. Axially Loaded Shaft.
4. Geometrical Properties of Polygons.
Properties of General Areas. Geometrical Properties of Polygons.
5. Transformation of Stress and Strain.
Transformation of Plane Stress. Transformation of Plane Strain. Strain Rosettes.
6. Stresses in Members of Polygonal Cross Section.
Moment Angle Required to Induce Maximum Normal Stress. Kern of a Compression Member. Distribution of Shear Stresses Due to Bending. Bending of a Curved Beam with a Polygonal Cross Section. Shear Center for Open Thin-Walled Members.
7. Flexural Analysis and Deflection of Beams Using Discontinuity Functions.
Review of Discontinuity Functions. Application of Discontinuity Functions to Beams. Approximate Beam Analysis Using Superposition. Analysis of Single Span Beams Using Discontinuity Functions.
8. Additional Topics.
Stresses in an Eccentric Shear Connection. Combined Axial and Flexural Loading of a Beam Column. Deflection of a Nonhomogeneous Beam Subjected to Axial Loading. Analysis of Pin-Connected Trusses.
A: Utility Routines.
A System Dependent Plot Save Function. Polygonal Representation of a Circle. Function to Flip Angle Measures. Function for Polygon Clipping.
B: Description of MATLAB Commands.
C: List of MATLAB Routines with Descriptions.
Bibliography.
Index.
Analysis of Two Rods Subjected to Gravity Loading. Analysis of a Two Member Truss.
2. Stress and Strain.
Plate Analysis Using Hooke's Law. Stresses in the Bolts of a Flange Coupling.
3. Statically Indeterminate Systems.
Multiple Rods with a Common Load Point. Rigid Bar Suspended by Cables. Axially Loaded Shaft.
4. Geometrical Properties of Polygons.
Properties of General Areas. Geometrical Properties of Polygons.
5. Transformation of Stress and Strain.
Transformation of Plane Stress. Transformation of Plane Strain. Strain Rosettes.
6. Stresses in Members of Polygonal Cross Section.
Moment Angle Required to Induce Maximum Normal Stress. Kern of a Compression Member. Distribution of Shear Stresses Due to Bending. Bending of a Curved Beam with a Polygonal Cross Section. Shear Center for Open Thin-Walled Members.
7. Flexural Analysis and Deflection of Beams Using Discontinuity Functions.
Review of Discontinuity Functions. Application of Discontinuity Functions to Beams. Approximate Beam Analysis Using Superposition. Analysis of Single Span Beams Using Discontinuity Functions.
8. Additional Topics.
Stresses in an Eccentric Shear Connection. Combined Axial and Flexural Loading of a Beam Column. Deflection of a Nonhomogeneous Beam Subjected to Axial Loading. Analysis of Pin-Connected Trusses.
A: Utility Routines.
A System Dependent Plot Save Function. Polygonal Representation of a Circle. Function to Flip Angle Measures. Function for Polygon Clipping.
B: Description of MATLAB Commands.
C: List of MATLAB Routines with Descriptions.
Bibliography.
Index.