We discuss a solution algorithm for quasi-static elastoplastic problems with hardening. Such problems can be described by a time dependent variational inequality, where the displacement and the plastic strain fields serve as primal variables. After discretization in time, one variational inequality of the second kind is obtained per time step and can be reformulated as each one minimization pro...

In this research, the bending analysis of rectangular nanoplates subjected to mechanical loading is investigated. For this purpose, the strain gradient elasticity theory with one gradient parameter is presented to study the nanoplates. From the best knowledge of authors, it is the first time that the exponential shear deformation formulation based on strain gradient elasticity theory is carried...

Optimal sensor placement is used to establish the optimal quantity and layout. In this study, minimum locations of measurement sensors were assumed satisfy constraint conditions placement. A set strain data in a truss structure was expanded another displacements corresponding entire degrees freedom from relationship between displacement. It indicates reduce number because depends on finite elem...

A finite model updating method that combines dynamic-static long-gauge strain responses is proposed for highway bridge static loading tests. For this method, the objective function consisting of static long-gauge stains and the first order modal macro-strain parameter (frequency) is established, wherein the local bending stiffness, density and boundary conditions of the structures are selected ...

Bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) rams hurl themselves at each other at speeds of ∼9 m/s (20 mph) to fight for dominance and mating rights. This necessitates impact resistance and energy absorption mechanisms, which stem from material-structure components in horns. In this study, the material hierarchical structure as well as correlations between the structure and mechanical properties are invest...

The FEMLAB code based on weak formulation of PDE’s problem was used at a solution of feedback thermo-mechanical interaction in pre-pressed rubber block used for resilient elements of the composed tram wheels. The structural motion and heat conduction equations are solved interactively as time dependent problems. The equality of heat energy density and dissipation energy density realizes the cou...

nonlinear static procedure (nsp) is a common technique to predict seismic demands on various building structures by subjecting a monotonically increasing horizontal loading (pushover) to the structure. therefore, the pushover analysis is an important part of each nsp. accordingly, the current paper aims at investigating the efficiencyof various algorithms of lateral load patterns applied to the...

Nanostructures have gained increasing interest in materials science due to their special mechanical, electrical and optical behavior. The correlation between these extraordinary properties and the morphology and crystal structure can be analyzed by combining numerous electron-optical techniques. The present contribution demonstrates the successful application to semiconductor quantum dots. TEM ...

We discuss a new solution algorithm for quasi-static elastoplastic problems with hardening. Such problems are described by a time dependent variational inequality, where the displacement and the plastic strain fields serve as primal variables. After discretization in time, one variational inequality of the second kind is obtained per time step and can be reformulated as each one minimization pr...