Mechanics of Solids, Advanced Course (MSK530)

Stress and strain in three dimensions. Tensor notation, Fundamentals of linear elasticity theory. Stress function solutions in two-dimensional stress and strain problems. Thermoelasticity. Energy methods. Introduction to plasticity theory; yield criteria, flow rules, hardening, residual stresses. Advanced beam theory. Torsion. Axially symmetric deformation of pressure vessels, plates and axisymmetric shells. Plate theory. Stress concentrations Elastic instability of columns and plates.

After completing this course the students will:

• Be able to carry out stress and strain analyses of different load bearing elements and/or constructions
• Understand the response of individual elements to the applied loads in both elastic and plastic regime and after unloading
• Be able to dimension various elements of constructions subjected to a wide range of loading conditions

- Be able to apply the knowledge on calculation of real constructions

1. Mandatory exercises, 2/3 must be approved before taking the exam2. 3 mandatory laboratory exercises

Mandatory work demands (such as hand in assignments, lab- assignments, projects, etc) must be approved by subject teacher 2 weeks ahead of examination date.

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Head of Department:

Course coordinator:

Boresi, A.P.: Advanced Mechanics of Materials, sixth edition, John Wiley & sons.

Fenner, R.T.: Engineering elasticity, application of numerical and analytical techniques, Ellis Horwood, 1986.

Lecure notes.