Multilayered plate elements with node-dependent kinematics for electro-mechanical problems

In the present work, a new class of finite elements (FEs) for the analysis of composite and sandwich plates embedding piezoelectric skins and patches is proposed. By making use of node-by-node variable plate theory assumptions, the new finite element allows for the simultaneous analysis of different...

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Main Authors: E. Carrera, S. Valvano, G. M Kulikov
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2018-10-01
Series:International Journal of Smart and Nano Materials
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/19475411.2017.1376722