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A Generalized Variational Method and Its Applications in Design of the Single-Jack Flexible Nozzle

Zhi Li, Chengguo Yu, LiCheng Meng, Luqiao Qi, Jian Qiu, Yan Shi, Cunfa Gao
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. August 2022, 89(8): 081002.
Paper No: JAM-22-1162
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054678
Published Online: June 16, 2022
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Topics: Jacks (Lifting equipment), Nozzles, Variational techniques, Finite element analysis, Design, Cantilevers, Deformation
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On the Bounds of Eigenvalues of a Clamped Plate in Tension

R. K. Kaul, S. G. Tewari
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. March 1958, 25(1): 52–56.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4011687
Published Online: June 16, 2021
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Topics: Eigenvalues, Tension, Computation, Mode shapes, Oscillations, Theorems (Mathematics), Variational techniques
Journal Articles

The Sector Problem

G. Horvay, K. L. Hanson
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. December 1957, 24(4): 574–581.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4011603
Published Online: June 10, 2021
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Topics: Polynomials, Shear (Mechanics), Stress, Variational techniques
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An Approximate Nonuniform Bending Theory and Its Application to the Swept-Plate Problem

H. J. Plass, Jr.
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. September 1955, 22(3): 383–388.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4011094
Published Online: June 4, 2021
View Article titled, An Approximate Nonuniform Bending Theory and Its Application to the Swept-Plate Problem
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Topics: Boundary-value problems, Cantilevers, Deflection, Differential equations, Plates (structures), Stress, Torsion, Variational techniques
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Approximate Stress Functions for Triangular Wedges

I. K. Silverman
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. March 1955, 22(1): 123–128.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4010982
Published Online: June 4, 2021
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Topics: Stress, Wedges, Differential equations, Variational techniques
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Approximate Solutions of Compressible Flows Past Bodies of Revolution by Variational Method

Chi-Teh Wang, Socrates De Los Santos
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. September 1951, 18(3): 260–266.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4010331
Published Online: April 7, 2021
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Topics: Compressible flow, Variational techniques, Shapes
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Thermal Stresses in a Rectangular Plate Clamped Along an Edge

B. J. Aleck
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. June 1949, 16(2): 118–122.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4009924
Published Online: April 5, 2021
View Article titled, Thermal Stresses in a Rectangular Plate Clamped Along an Edge
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Topics: Thermal stresses, Boundary-value problems, Stress, Differential equations, Equilibrium (Physics), Junctions, Plates (structures), Stress concentration, Temperature, Variational techniques
Journal Articles

Distribution of Stress in Built-In Beams of Narrow Rectangular Cross Section

F. B. Hildebrand, Eric Reissner
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. September 1942, 9(3): A108–A116.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4009205
Published Online: March 3, 2021
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Topics: Stress, Cantilever beams, Center of mass, Euler-Bernoulli beam theory, Flanges, Poisson ratio, Polynomials, Stress concentration, Variational techniques
Journal Articles

Stephen P. Timoshenko Medal Acceptance Speech

J. N. Reddy
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Guest Editorial
J. Appl. Mech. February 2020, 87(2): 020301.
Paper No: JAM-19-1600
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4045587
Published Online: December 19, 2019
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Topics: Composite materials, Engineering mechanics, Engineering teachers, Finite element analysis, Shells, Finite element methods, Shear deformation, Continuum mechanics, Heat transfer, Mentoring
Journal Articles

Mixed Convolved Action Variational Methods for Poroelasticity

Bradley T. Darrall, Gary F. Dargush
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Appl. Mech. September 2016, 83(9): 091011.
Paper No: JAM-16-1190
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4033753
Published Online: July 13, 2016
View Article titled, Mixed Convolved Action Variational Methods for Poroelasticity
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Topics: Boundary-value problems, Cavities, Displacement, Finite element analysis, Fluids, Impulse (Physics), Pressure, Spacetime, Stress, Traction
Journal Articles

Some Further Remarks on Hamilton’s Principle

Firdaus E. Udwadia, George Leitmann, Hancheol Cho
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Appl. Mech. January 2011, 78(1): 011014.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4002435
Published Online: October 22, 2010
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Topics: Equations of motion, Hamilton's principle, Inverse problems, Variational techniques, Variational principles
Journal Articles

An Argument Against Augmenting the Lagrangean for Nonholonomic Systems

Carlos M. Roithmayr, Dewey H. Hodges
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Appl. Mech. May 2009, 76(3): 034501.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3086435
Published Online: March 9, 2009
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Topics: Classical mechanics, Equations of motion, Particulate matter, Scalars, Variational techniques, Differential equations, Errors
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A Variational Principle Governing the Generating Function for Conformations of Flexible Molecules

L. B. Freund
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Appl. Mech. May 2007, 74(3): 421–426.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2201888
Published Online: March 31, 2006
View Article titled, A Variational Principle Governing the Generating Function for Conformations of Flexible Molecules
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Topics: Differential equations, Entropy, Partial differential equations, Polymers, Separation (Technology), Variational principles, Chain, Density, Field theories (Physics), Variational techniques
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Discussion: “Applicability and Limitations of Simplified Elastic Shell Equations for Carbon Nanotubes” ( Wang, C. Y., Ru, C. Q., and Mioduchowski, A., 2004, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 71, pp. 622–631 )

J. G. Simmonds
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Discussions
J. Appl. Mech. November 2005, 72(6): 981.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2040451
Published Online: November 1, 2005
View Article titled, Discussion: “Applicability and Limitations of Simplified Elastic Shell Equations for Carbon Nanotubes” ( Wang, C. Y., Ru, C. Q., and Mioduchowski, A., 2004, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 71, pp. 622–631 )
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Topics: Buckling, Carbon nanotubes, Shells, Poisson ratio, Elasticity, Torsion, Variational techniques
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Discussion: “Shear Coefficients for Timoshenko Beam Theory” (Hutchinson, J. R., 2001, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 68 , pp. 87–92)

N. G. Stephen
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Discussions
J. Appl. Mech. November 2001, 68(6): 959–960.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1412454
Published Online: November 1, 2001
View Article titled, Discussion: “Shear Coefficients for Timoshenko Beam Theory” (Hutchinson, J. R., 2001, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 68 , pp. 87–92)
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Topics: Shear (Mechanics), Timoshenko beam theory, Shear deformation, Variational techniques
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Closure to “On Shear Coefficients for Timoshenko Beam Theory” (2001, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 68 , p. 959)

J. R. Hutchinson
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Discussions
J. Appl. Mech. November 2001, 68(6): 960–961.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1412455
Published Online: November 1, 2001
View Article titled, Closure to “On Shear Coefficients for Timoshenko Beam Theory” (2001, ASME J. Appl. Mech., 68 , p. 959)
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Topics: Shear (Mechanics), Timoshenko beam theory, Shear deformation, Engineering teachers, Variational techniques
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Theory of Boundary Eigensolutions in Engineering Mechanics

A. R. Hadjesfandiari, G. F. Dargush, Mem. ASME
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Appl. Mech. January 2001, 68(1): 101–108.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1331059
Published Online: July 7, 2000
View Article titled, Theory of Boundary Eigensolutions in Engineering Mechanics
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Topics: Boundary element methods, Boundary-value problems, Eigenfunctions, Engineering mechanics, Integral equations, Eigenvalues, Variational techniques, Weight (Mass), Fracture (Materials), Wedges
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A Strip Element Method for Analyzing Wave Scattering by a Crack in an Immersed Composite Laminate

G. R. Liu, Z. C. Xi, K. Y. Lam, H. M. Shang
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Appl. Mech. December 1999, 66(4): 898–903.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2791795
Published Online: December 1, 1999
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Topics: Composite materials, Fracture (Materials), Laminates, Scattering (Physics), Strips, Fluids, Fourier transforms, Waves, Boundary-value problems, Cross section (Physics)
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On the Original Publication of the General Canonical Functional of Linear Elasticity

C. A. Felippa, Mem. ASME
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Brief Notes
J. Appl. Mech. March 2000, 67(1): 217–219.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.321170
Published Online: October 12, 1999
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Topics: Displacement, Elasticity, Variational principles, Construction, Variational techniques
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Time-Integral Variational Principles for Nonlinear Nonholonomic Systems

J. G. Papastavridis
Journal: Journal of Applied Mechanics
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Appl. Mech. December 1997, 64(4): 985–991.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2789010
Published Online: December 1, 1997
View Article titled, Time-Integral Variational Principles for Nonlinear Nonholonomic Systems
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Topics: Variational principles, Equations of motion, Mathematics, Engineers, Multibody dynamics, Variational techniques