A simply supported rectangular plate is subjected to different load types. Assuming only the small deformation theory and neglecting self-weight, determine the deflection at its centroid for each load type.
A structure is made of two trusses of unequal length, which are embedded into the hinge supports. The structure is loaded by concentrated force. The self-weight is neglected. Determine the relationship between the loading force and the deflection, considering large deformations.
A spherical balloon membrane is filled with gas with atmospheric pressure and defined volume (these values are used for FE model definition only). Determine the overpressure inside the balloon due to the given isotropic membrane prestress. The add-on module RF-FORM-FINDING is used for this purpose. Elastic deformations are neglected both in RF-FORM-FINDING and in the analytical solution; self-weight is also neglected in this example.
A cantilever is loaded by a transversal and an axial force on the right end and is fully fixed on the left end. The problem is described by the following set of parameters. The problem is solved by using the geometrically linear analysis, second-order analysis, and large deformation analysis.
A simply supported equilateral triangular plate is subjected to a uniformly distributed transverse load. Assuming the small deformation theory and neglecting self‑weight, the maximum out‑of‑plane deflection of the plate is determined.
A pipe with a tubular cross-section is loaded by internal pressure. This internal pressure causes axial deformation of the pipe (the Bourdon effect). Determine the axial deformation of the pipe endpoint.
A steel cable or membrane with pins on both ends is loaded by distributed loading. Neglecting its self-weight, determine the maximum deflection of the structure using the large deformation analysis.
A cable is loaded by means of a uniform load. This causes the deformed shape in the form of the circular segment. Determine the equilibrium force of the cable to obtain the given sag of the cable. The add-on module RF-FORM-FINDING is used for this purpose. Elastic deformations are neglected both in RF-FORM-FINDING and in the analytical solution; self-weight is also neglected in this example.
Time history analysis of a cantilever beam (SDOF system) excited by a periodic function. Vertical deformations and accelerations calculated with direct integration and modal analysis in RF‑/DYNAM Pro - Forced Vibrations are compared with the analytical solution.
Determine the bending moment which, acting at the free end of the cantilever, will bend the member into a circular shape. Neglecting the beam's self-weight, assuming the large deformation analysis, and loading the cantilever with the moment, determine its maximum deflections.
An I-profile cantilever is supported on the left end and loaded by torque. The aim of this example is to compare the fixed support with the fork support and to investigate the behavior of some representative quantities. Comparison is also made to the solution by means of plates. Small deformations are considered, and the self-weight is neglected. Determine the rotation in the midpoint of the cantilever, and in case of the member entity with warping, determine the values of the primary torsional moment, the secondary torsional moment, and the warping moment both on the left end (point A) and the right end (point B).
A thin-walled cantilever of a QRO-profile is fully fixed on the left end and warping is enabled. The cantilever is subjected to torque. Small deformations are considered, and the self-weight is neglected. Determine the maximum rotation, primary moment, secondary moment, and warping moment. The verification example is based on the example introduced by Gensichen and Lumpe.
A cantilever is loaded by a moment at its free end. Using the geometrically linear analysis and large deformation analysis, and neglecting the beam's self-weight, determine the maximum deflections at the free end. The verification example is based on the example introduced by Gensichen and Lumpe.
A very stiff cable is suspended between two supports. Determine the equilibrium shape of the cable (the catenary), consider the gravitational acceleration, and neglect the stiffness of the cable. Verify the position of the cable at the given test points.
A cylindrical membrane is stretched by means of isotropic prestress. Find the final minimal shape of the membrane - catenoid. Determine the maximum radial deflection of the membrane. The add-on module RF-FORM-FINDING is used for this purpose. Elastic deformations are neglected both in RF-FORM-FINDING and in the analytical solution; self-weight is also neglected in this example.
An elliptic plate with a clamped boundary is subjected to a uniformly distributed transverse load. Assuming the small deformation theory and neglecting the self‑weight, the maximum out‑of‑plane deflection of the plate is determined.
One layered square orthotropic plate is fully fixed at its middle point and subjected to pressure. Compare the deflections of the plate corners to check the correctness of the transformation.
A pinned beam with a rectangular cross‑section is subjected to distributed loading and shifted vertically by eccentricity. Considering the small deformation theory, neglecting the self‑weight, and assuming that the beam is made of isotropic elastic material, determine the maximum deflection.