Eigenvalues of Inhomogeneous Structures

Unusual Closed-Form Solutions

Isaac Elishakoff

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CRC Press
30 June 2020

Applied mathematics; Mathematical physics; Mechanical engineering; Civil engineering, surveying & building; Environmental science, engineering & technology

The engineering community generally accepts that there exists only a small set of closed-form solutions for simple cases of bars, beams, columns, and plates. Despite the advances in powerful computing and advanced numerical techniques, closed-form solutions remain important for engineering; these include uses for preliminary design, for evaluation of the accuracy of approximate and numerical solutions, and for evaluating the role played by various geometric and loading parameters.

Eigenvalues of Inhomogeneous Structures: Unusual Closed-Form Solutions offers the first new treatment of closed-form solutions since the works of Leonhard Euler over two centuries ago. It presents simple solutions for vibrating bars, beams, and plates, as well as solutions that can be used to verify finite element solutions. The closed solutions in this book not only have applications that allow for the design of tailored structures, but also transcend mechanical engineering to generalize into other fields of engineering. Also included are polynomial solutions, non-polynomial solutions, and discussions on axial variability of stiffness that offer the possibility of incorporating axial grading into functionally graded materials.

This single-package treatment of inhomogeneous structures presents the tools for optimization in many applications. Mechanical, aerospace, civil, and marine engineers will find this to be the most comprehensive book on the subject. In addition, senior undergraduate and graduate students and professors will find this to be a good supplement to other structural design texts, as it can be easily incorporated into the classroom.

By: Isaac Elishakoff
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9780367454272
ISBN 10: 0367454270
Pages: 752
Publication Date: 30 June 2020
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Primary , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword. Prologue. Introduction: Review of Direct, Semi-Inverse and Inverse Eigenvalue Problems. Unusual Closed-Form Solutions in Column Buckling. Unusual Closed-Form Solutions for Rod Vibrations. Unusual Closed-Form Solutions for Beam Vibrations. Beams and Columns with Higher-Order Polynomial Eigenfunctions. Influence of Boundary Conditions on Eigenvalues. Boundary Conditions Involving Guided Ends. Vibration of Beams in the Presence of an Axial Load. Unexpected Results for a Beam on an Elastic Foundation or with Elastic Support. Non-Polynomial Expressions for the Beam's Flexural Rigidity for Buckling or Vibration. Circular Plates. Epilogue. Appendices. References. Author Index. Subject Index.

Elishakoff, Isaac

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It is generally believed that closed-form solutions exist for only a relatively few, very simple cases of bars, beams, columns, and plates. This monograph is living proof that there are, in fact, not just a few such solutions. Even in the current age of powerful numerical techniques and high-speed, large-capacity computers, there are a number of important uses for closed-form solutions: