ME
289. Theory of Shells. [3 units]
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CATALOG DESCRIPTION
A direct formulation of a general theory of shells and plates based on the concept of Cosserat (or Directed) surfaces. Nonlinear constitutive equations for finitely deformed elastic shells. Linear theory and a special nonlinear theory with small strain accompanied by large or moderately large rotation. Applications.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
185 and 281.
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COURSE OBJECTIVES
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