Optimising structures using the principle of virtual work
This paper presents a method for optimising structures with a given geometry and loading based on the principle of virtual work. The Virtual Work Optimisation Method, or VWOM, that was developed minimises the mass of the structure while meeting building code strength requirements, and flexibility (o...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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South African Institution of Civil Engineering
2009-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of the South African Institution of Civil Engineers |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.org.za/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1021-20192009000200002 |