Buckling analysis of cylindrical shells with random geometric imperfections

In this paper the effect of random geometric imperfections on the limit loads of isotropic, thin-walled, cylindrical shells under deterministic axial compression is presented. Therefore, a concept for the numerical prediction of the large scatter in the limit load observed in experiments using direct Monte Carlo simulation technique in context with the Finite Element method is introduced. Geometric imperfections are modeled as a two dimensional, Gaussian stochastic process with prescribed second moment characteristics based on a data bank of measured imperfections. (The initial imperfection data bank at the Delft University of Technology, Part 1. Technical Report LR-290, Department of Aerospace Engineering, Delft University of Technology). In order to generate realizations of geometric imperfections, the estimated covariance kernel is decomposed into an orthogonal series in terms of eigenfunctions with corresponding uncorrelated Gaussian random variables, known as the Karhunen-Loéve expansion. For the determination of the limit load a geometrically non-linear static analysis is carried out using the general purpose code STAGS (STructural Analysis of General Shells, user manual, LMSC P032594, version 3.0, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Space Co., Inc., Palo Alto, CA, USA). As a result of the direct Monte Carlo simulation, second moment characteristics of the limit load are presented. The numerically predicted statistics of the limit load coincide reasonably well with the actual observations, particularly in view of the limited data available, which is reflected in the statistical estimators.     

On the different formulations in linear bifurcation analysis of laminated cylindrical shells

The stability pattern of shells is governed by a set of nonlinear partial differential equations. The solution procedure can be simplified, and fast and accurate predictions of the critical buckling load obtained, with the aid of a multilevel approach. Under this approach the lower levels are implemented by means of the perturbation technique, with the nonlinear prebuckling deformation disregarded, and a linear set of equations solved for each state. It turns out, however, that in these circumstances the prediction may differ depending on the chosen formulation. In an attempt to find the reasons for these differences, the linear bifurcation buckling behavior of laminated cylindrical shells was examined via two well-known formulations, with u–v–w and w–F as the unknowns. A third, mixed formulation, was found the most reliable in predicting the buckling behavior.     

Buckling of a cylindrical shell subject to a wrench

We examine the axisymmetric buckling of a generalized Kirchhoff cylindrical shell under an axial wrench. If the shell is non-linear elastic, we provide a boundary value problem amenable to the bifurcation theory of Poincaré. Using this theory we prove a non-uniqueness theorem and obtain the critical loads and critical states. In the hyperelastic case, by exploiting the variational character of the problem, a global existence and non-uniqueness theorem is also proved.

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Sommario Viene esaminato un problema di buckling per un guscio cilindrico, del tipo di Kirchhoff generalizzato, sotto un carico ai bordi di trazione-torsione. Nel caso elastico non lineare, si perviene ad un problema ai valori al contorno, cui si può applicare la teoria delle biforcazioni di Poincaré. In tal modo si dimostra un teorema di non unicità della soluzione e si ottengono i punti di biforcazione e i carichi critici. Nel caso iperclastico, facendo ricorso all'aspetto variazionale del problema, viene dimostrato un teorema globale di esistenza e non unicità della soluzione.

     

Initial postbuckling behavior of cylindrical composite shells under axisymmetric deformation

A solution is obtained that describes the postbuckling behavior of cylindrical shells in the case of axisymmetric buckling. The basis for this solution is Koiter’s asymptotic method and the nonlinear equations of the third-order Timoshenko theory of shells. It is shown that the bifurcation point in this case is a symmetrically unstable one. The effect of the initial axisymmetric deflections on the buckling loads is weaker when buckling is axisymmetric. The results obtained by Koiter’s special theory evidence this __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 42, No. 4, pp. 108–118, April 2006.     

Nonlinear dynamical behavior of shallow cylindrical reticulated shells

By using the method of quasi-shells,the nonlinear dynamic equations of three-dimensional single-layer shallow cylindrical reticulated shells with equilateral tri- angle cell are founded.By using the method of the separating variable function,the transverse displacement of the shallow cylindrical reticulated shells is given under the conditions of two edges simple support.The tensile force is solved out from the compati- ble equations,a nonlinear dynamic differential equation containing second and third order is derived by using the method of Galerkin.The stability near the equilibrium point is discussed by solving the Floquet exponent and the critical condition is obtained by using Melnikov function.The existence of the chaotic motion of the single-layer shallow cylin- drical reticulated shell is approved by using the digital simulation method and Poincarémapping.     

Transient impact responses of laminated composite cylindrical shells

The generalized ray method (GRM) has been successfully used to study the transient elastic wave transmitting in the beams, planar trusses, space frames and infinite layered media. In this letter, the GRM is extended to investigate the early short time transient responses of laminated composite cylindrical shells under impact load. By using the Laplace transformation and referring to the boundary conditions, the ray groups transmitting in the finite laminated cylindrical shells under the shock load are obtained and the transient response related to each ray group can be derived via FFT algorithm. From the numerical results, it is shown that the early short time transient accelerations of the laminated composite cylindrical shell under impact loads are very large. But the short time transient shear strain and displacement are very small.     

复合材料层合圆柱壳的有限元分析

本文根据Reissner-Mindlin型的全局位移场(一阶和三阶)，应用有限元预测一修正法，数值计算和分析了机械载荷作用下复合材料层合圆柱壳的挠度和横向剪应力。首先按照一般的有限元分析过程(没有引入剪切修正系数)计算出层合圆柱壳的挠度预测值；然后利用Lagrange插值构造横向剪应力的一般形式，使得满足层间连续和表面上为零的条件，通过最小二乘法拟合三维应力平衡方程获得横向剪应力；最后在单元上计算和引入剪切修正系数，再经过有限元分析计算出层合圆柱壳的挠度修正值。数值计算结果与三维线弹性解的比较表明，挠度修正值和横向剪应力的精度是十分满意的。     

Stability of corrugated composite noncircular cylindrical shells under external pressure

Cylindrical shells consisting of cylindrical panels of smaller radius and subjected to uniform external pressure are analyzed for stability. The geometrical parameters of the shells are approximated by Fourier series on a discrete set of points. The Timoshenko theory of shells is used. The solution is represented in the form of trigonometric series. It is shown that short-and medium-length shells with cylindrical panels are advantageous over circular shells. By selecting appropriate parameters of the panels, keeping the mass of the shell constant, it is possible to achieve a significant gain in critical loads. The shells under consideration are less effective than isotropic shells. Shells with sinusoidal corrugation under external pressure are of no practical interest __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 43, No. 12, pp. 91–102, December 2007.     

A Donnell type theory for finite deflection of stiffened thin conical shells composed of composite materials

A Donnell type theory is developed for finite deflection of closely stiffened truncatedlaminated composite conical shells under arbitrary loads by using the variational calculusand smeared-stiffener theory.The most general bending-stretching coupling and the effectof eccentricity of stiffeners are considered.The equilibrium equations,boundary conditionsand the equation of compatibility are derived.The new equations.of the mixed-type ofstiffened laminated composite conical shells are obtained in terms of the transversedeflection and stress function.The simplified equations are also given for some commonlyencountered cases.     

Mechanism of buckling development and strain reversal occurrence in elastic–plastic cylindrical shells under axial impact

In order to clarify the mechanism of loading and unloading, buckling growth, and strain-reversal occurrence in elastic–plastic cylindrical shells that are impacted axially, non-linear dynamic equations in incremental form are derived and solved by using the finite difference method. The validity of the developed theory is verified by comparing theoretical and experimental results. From the calculation results, it is found that, at the initial stage of the impact process, the effective stress related to the middle-surface stresses in the part near the impacted end rises with time, and exhibits plastic loading. The radial restraints on the impacted end have obvious influence on the strain reversal occurrence at an early stage of the impact process. The effective modulus controls the post-buckling deformation of the shell, which contrasts with the situation for the bar to be impacted axially.     

Stability of axially compressed cylindrical shells made of reinforced materials with specific fiber orientation within each layer

A technique for stability analysis of anisotropic cylindrical shells is developed. It permits us to examine the cases of reinforcement where the elastic axes of layers do not coincide with the coordinate axes of the shell. The solution is obtained using the mixed equations of the Donnell-Mushtari-Vlasov theory of shells. The deflection and force functions are approximated by trigonometric series. Single-layer and multilayer cylindrical shells with fiber orientation of two types are analyzed for stability. It is revealed that when layers are few, failure to incorporate the direction of fibers in layers into the design model results in highly inaccurate values of critical loads __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 42, No. 3, pp. 80–88, March 2006.     

加肋开孔柱壳混合有限条——有限元屈曲分析

本文提出了一种分析环加肋开孔柱壳屈曲问题的混合有限条──有限元法。环加肋柱壳作为一个构造上的正交各向异性壳处理，柱壳非开孔区采用有限条元离散，开孔区采用有限单元离散。在有限条元与有限单元交界面上，根据位移协调条件建立条元和单元的耦合关系，并据此构造一种特殊的过渡单元、联接条元和单元，进行整体分析。算例表明，这一方法对开孔柱壳屈曲问题的分折十分有效。     

Swelling effect on the dynamic behaviour of composite cylindrical shells conveying fluid

This paper presents a semi‐analytical investigation of a fluid–structure system. Both isotropic and composite cylindrical shells filled with or subjected to a flowing fluid have been considered in this study. The structure may be uniform or non‐uniform in the circumferential direction. The hybrid finite element approach, shearable shell theory and velocity potential flow theory have been combined to establish the dynamic equations of the coupled system. The set of matrices describing their relative contributions to equilibrium is determined by exact analytical integration of the equilibrium equations. The linear potential flow theory is applied to describe the fluid effects that lead to the inertial, centrifugal and Coriolis forces. The axisymmetric, beam‐like and shell modes of vibrations in both cases of uniform and non‐uniform cylindrical shells are investigated. Fluid elastic stability of a structure subjected to a flowing fluid is also studied. This theory yields the high and the low eigenvalues and eigenmodes with comparably high accuracy. Reasonable agreement is found with other theories and experiments. Copyright © 2005 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Stability of cylindrical shells made of a particulate composite with nonlinear elastic matrix and damaged inclusions

The bifurcation instability problem for cylindrical shells made of particulate composites with nonlinear elastic matrix and damaged inclusions is formulated and solved __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 43, No. 8, pp. 80–91, August 2007.     

Effects of imperfections on the buckling response of compression-loaded composite shells

The results of an experimental and analytical study of the effects of initial imperfections on the buckling and postbuckling response of three unstiffened thin-walled compression-loaded graphite-epoxy cylindrical shells with different orthotropic and quasi-isotropic shell-wall laminates are presented. The results identify the effects of traditional and non-traditional initial imperfections on the non-linear response and buckling loads of the shells. The traditional imperfections include the geometric shell-wall mid-surface imperfections that are commonly discussed in the literature on thin shell buckling. The non-traditional imperfections include shell-wall thickness variations, local shell-wall ply-gaps associated with the fabrication process, shell-end geometric imperfections, non-uniform applied end loads, and variations in the boundary conditions including the effects of elastic boundary conditions. A high-fidelity non-linear shell analysis procedure that accurately accounts for the effects of these traditional and non-traditional imperfections on the non-linear responses and buckling loads of the shells is described. The analysis procedure includes a non-linear static analysis that predicts stable response characteristics of the shells and a non-linear transient analysis that predicts unstable response characteristics.     

Effect of the properties of composite materials on the stability and initial post-buckling behavior of cylindrical shells reinforced with stringers

Institute of Mechanics, Ukrainian Academy of Sciences, Kiev. Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 28, No. 9, pp. 62–68, September, 1992.     

Buckling analysis of stringer-stiffened laminated cylindrical shells with nonuniform eccentricity

In this study, the influence of nonuniformity of eccentricity of stringers on the general axial buckling load of stiffened laminated cylindrical shells with simply supported end conditions is investigated. The critical loads are calculated using Love’s First-order Shear Deformation Theory and solved using the Rayleigh-Ritz procedure. The effects of the shell length-to-radius ratio, shell thickness-to-radius ratio, number of stringers, and stringers depth-to-width ratio on the buckling load of nonuniformly eccentric shells, are examined. The research demonstrates that an appropriate nonuniform distribution of eccentricity of stringers leads the buckling load to increase significantly.     

Discrete-layer models for multilayered shells accounting for interlayer continuity

Based on adiscrete-layer approach, in a recent series of papers, the first author has developed the equations governing the elastodynamic behaviour of moderately thick multilayered anisotropic plates by making use of a displacement field which allows a non-linear variation of the in-plane displacements through the laminate thickness and fulfilsa priori the static and geometric continuity conditions at the interfaces between two adjacent layers. Based on this approach, in the present paper we derive the equations of motion and variationally consistent boundary conditions of moderately multilayered anisotropic shells. To show the accuracy and reliability of the proposed approach, closed-form solutions are given and compared with results from three-dimensional elasticity and other approximate bi-dimensional models with and without continuous interlayer stresses. Based on this numerical investigation, the proposed approach appears to work very well.

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Sommario Facendo uso di un approccio del tipodiscrete-layer, in una recente serie di lavori, il primo autore ha rieavato le equazioni del moto indefinite e le condizioni al contorno per piastre anisotrope multistrato, moderatamente spesse. L'approccio si basa sull'assunzione di una legge di variazione degli spostamenti secondo il piano tangente alla superficie media, ottenuta sovrapponendo una legge cubica ad una legge continua lineare a tratti; in tal modo risultano soddisfatte le condizioni di continuitá degli spostamenti e delle tensioni tangenziali all'interfaccia tra due strati. Nel presente lavoro, tale approccio viene esteso al caso di gusci multistrato anisotropi, moderatamente spessi. La validitá dell'approccio proposto viene suffragata mediante confronti numerici con risultati, reperiti in letteratura, ottenuti utilizzando o la teoria dell'elasticitá tridimensionale o altri modelli bidimensionali piú o meno sofisticati.