Finite Element Analysis of Curved Beam Elements Employing Trigonometric Displacement Distribution Patterns
A finite element analysis (FEA) model was developed for Euler and Timoshenko curved beam elements by incorporating trigonometric displacement distribution patterns. Local polar coordinate stiffness matrices were derived based on force-displacement relations and static equilibrium conditions. By empl...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-09-01
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Series: | Buildings |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/13/9/2239 |