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Volume 50, Issue 11S

November 1997

ISSN 0003-6900

EISSN 2379-0407

Foreword

Supplement on Mechanics Pan-America 1997: Introduction

L. A. Godoy, M. Rysz, L. E. Suarez

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S2. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101845

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Review Articles

Design Sensitivity of Buckled Thin-Walled Composite Structural Elements

Leonel I. Alma´nzar, Luis A. Godoy

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S3–S10. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101848

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Sensitivity of Buckled Thin-Walled Composite Structural Elements

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Structural elements (Construction) , Buckling , Stress , Dimensions , Fibers , Sensitivity analysis

Explicit and Implicit Methods for Design Sensitivity Analysis of Nonlinear Structures Under Dynamic Loads

Jasbir S. Arora, Abhijit Dutta

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S11–S19. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101823

Abstract

View articletitled, Explicit and Implicit Methods for Design Sensitivity Analysis of Nonlinear Structures Under Dynamic Loads

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Topics: Design sensitivity analysis , Stress , Deformation , Stiffness , Transients (Dynamics) , Linear systems , Sensitivity analysis

Adjoint Shape Sensitivity Analysis for Steady Creep Torsion Problems

Gustavo C. Buscaglia, Rau´l A. Feijo´o, Edgardo Taroco

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S20–S27. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101837

Abstract

View articletitled, Adjoint Shape Sensitivity Analysis for Steady Creep Torsion Problems

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Topics: Creep , Sensitivity analysis , Shapes , Torsion , Energy dissipation , Steady state , Stress

General Reduced Order Analytical Model for Nonlinear Dynamic Analyses of Beams With or Without Lumped Masses

M. R. M. Crespo da Silva

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S28–S35. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101844

Abstract

View articletitled, General Reduced Order Analytical Model for Nonlinear Dynamic Analyses of Beams With or Without Lumped Masses

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Topics: Approximation , Deformation , Differential equations , Displacement , Dynamic analysis , Dynamic response , Equilibrium (Physics) , Excitation , Nonlinear differential equations , Nonlinear dynamics

Spatial Coherence in the Wake of a Flat Plate

Jose´ B. Da´vila, Muhammad R. Hajj, Richard W. Miksad, Edward J. Powers

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S36–S38. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101846

Abstract

View articletitled, Spatial Coherence in the Wake of a Flat Plate

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Topics: Flat plates , Wakes , Resonance , Wind tunnels

Effective Elastic Moduli of Composite Materials: Reduced Parameter Dependence

John Dundurs, Iwona Jasiuk

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S39–S43. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101847

Abstract

View articletitled, Effective Elastic Moduli of Composite Materials: Reduced Parameter Dependence

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Topics: Composite materials , Elastic moduli , Elastic constants , Elasticity

Quasi-Analytic Sensitivity Analysis of a Unified Viscoplastic Constitutive Model for a Solder Alloy

Martin A. Eisenberg, Erhard Krempl, Luca Maciucescu

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S44–S49. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101849

Abstract

View articletitled, Quasi-Analytic Sensitivity Analysis of a Unified Viscoplastic Constitutive Model for a Solder Alloy

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Topics: Alloys , Constitutive equations , Sensitivity analysis , Solders , Design , Algebra , Complex systems , Modeling , Optimization , Teams

Variational Solution for an Initial Conditions Problem

C. P. Filipich, M. B. Rosales

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S50–S55. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101850

Abstract

View articletitled, Variational Solution for an Initial Conditions Problem

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Impulse (Physics) , Stress , Theorems (Mathematics)

Electrical Nonlinearity in Fracture of Piezoelectric Ceramics

Chandler C. Fulton, Huajian Gao

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S56–S63. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101851

Abstract

View articletitled, Electrical Nonlinearity in Fracture of Piezoelectric Ceramics

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Piezoelectric ceramics , Stress , Actuators , Anisotropy , Approximation , Brittleness , Ductility , Equilibrium (Physics)

Dual Extremum Principles in Finite Deformation Theory With Applications to Post-Buckling Analysis of Extended Nonlinear Beam Model

David Yang Gao

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S64–S71. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101852

Abstract

View articletitled, Dual Extremum Principles in Finite Deformation Theory With Applications to Post-Buckling Analysis of Extended Nonlinear Beam Model

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Topics: Buckling , Deformation , Variational principles , Phase transitions , Bifurcation , Nonlinear systems , Potential energy , Shear (Mechanics) , Stability , Stress

Rotorcraft Subfloor Design for Enhanced Crashworthiness Characteristics

P. Hajela, E. Lee

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S72–S80. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101853

Abstract

View articletitled, Rotorcraft Subfloor Design for Enhanced Crashworthiness Characteristics

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Topics: Crashworthiness , Design , Stress , Deflection , Algorithms , Damage , Dimensions , Response surface methodology , Springs , Structural elements (Construction)

Simple Shear in Granular Media

Robert M. Haythornthwaite

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S81–S86. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101854

Abstract

View articletitled, Simple Shear in Granular Media

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Topics: Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Displacement , Exterior walls , Sands , Compression , Coulombs , Deformation , Friction , Internal friction

Thermal-Mechanical Response of Stiffened Composite Cylinders

Carl T. Herakovich, Farshad Mirzadeh

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S87–S92. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101855

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermal-Mechanical Response of Stiffened Composite Cylinders

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Topics: Composite materials , Cylinders , Stress , Deformation , Skin , Finite element analysis , Laminates , Manufacturing , Pressure , Temperature effects

Material Instabilities for Large Deformations of the Generalized Blatz-Ko Material

C. O. Horgan

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S93–S96. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101856

Abstract

View articletitled, Material Instabilities for Large Deformations of the Generalized Blatz-Ko Material

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Topics: Constitutive equations , Deformation , Displacement , Equilibrium (Physics) , Foam rubber , Solids

Fuzzy Optimization of Complex Systems Using Approximation Concepts

Hector A. Jensen, Abdon E. Sepulveda

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S97–S104. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101857

Abstract

View articletitled, Fuzzy Optimization of Complex Systems Using Approximation Concepts

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Topics: Approximation , Complex systems , Optimization , Design

Random Vibration of Thermally Buckled Plates: II Nonzero Temperature Gradient Across the Plate Thickness

John Lee

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S105–S116. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101821

Abstract

View articletitled, Random Vibration of Thermally Buckled Plates: II Nonzero Temperature Gradient Across the Plate Thickness

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Topics: Plates (structures) , Random vibration , Temperature gradient , Displacement , Temperature , Buckling , Composite materials , Computer simulation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , High temperature

Simulation-Based Development of Heuristic Strategies for Complex System Convergence

C. McCulley, K. Hulme, C. L. Bloebaum

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S117–S124. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101822

Abstract

View articletitled, Simulation-Based Development of Heuristic Strategies for Complex System Convergence

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Topics: Complex systems , Engineering design , Engines , Optimization , Simulation

Design Tool for Base-Isolated Structures Modeled as Single-Degree-of-Freedom Oscillators

Gustavo O. Maldonado

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S125–S132. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101824

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Tool for Base-Isolated Structures Modeled as Single-Degree-of-Freedom Oscillators

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Topics: Constitutive equations , Degrees of freedom , Design , Displacement , Equations of motion , Linearization techniques , Simulation , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Statistics

Rotor Design and Optimization in Internal Lobe Pumps

Giovanni Mimmi, Paolo Pennacchi

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S133–S141. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101825

Abstract

View articletitled, Rotor Design and Optimization in Internal Lobe Pumps

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Pumps , Rotors , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes

Cylindrical Shell Under Axial Impact: Super/Sub-Critical Impact Velocities at Constant Momentum

V. H. Mucino, S. C. P. E. Garel, J. E. Smith

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S142–S148. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101826

Abstract

View articletitled, Cylindrical Shell Under Axial Impact: Super/Sub-Critical Impact Velocities at Constant Momentum

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Topics: Momentum , Pipes , Cylinders , Boundary-value problems , Buckling , Finite element analysis , Shells

Mechanical Degradation of Polymers in Flows Through Porous Media: Effect of Flow Path Length and Particle Size

A. J. Mu¨ller, L. G. Patruyo, W. Montano, D. Roversi-M., R. Moreno, N. E. Rami´rez, A. E. Sa´ez

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S149–S155. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101827

Abstract

View articletitled, Mechanical Degradation of Polymers in Flows Through Porous Media: Effect of Flow Path Length and Particle Size

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Particle size , Polymers , Porous materials , Particulate matter , Reynolds number , Water

Sensitivity Analysis of Elastoplastic Structures by Using Explicit Integration Method

Makoto Ohsaki

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S156–S161. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101828

Abstract

View articletitled, Sensitivity Analysis of Elastoplastic Structures by Using Explicit Integration Method

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Topics: Sensitivity analysis , Algorithms , Design , Finite difference methods , Finite element methods

Tensile Instability of Liposomes in the Presence of Surfactants

D. Pamplona, M. H. Santana

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S162–S167. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101829

Abstract

View articletitled, Tensile Instability of Liposomes in the Presence of Surfactants

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Topics: Surfactants , Deformation , Drugs , Electron microscopy , Equilibrium (Physics) , Light scattering , Membranes , Potential energy , Pressure , Rupture

Exceedance Probabilities of MDOF-Systems Under Stochastic Excitation

H. J. Pradlwarter, G. I. Schue¨ller

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S168–S173. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101830

Abstract

View articletitled, Exceedance Probabilities of MDOF-Systems Under Stochastic Excitation

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Topics: Excitation , Probability , Dynamic systems , Random excitation , Simulation

Numerical Simulation of Flutter of Suspension Bridges

S. Preidikman, D. T. Mook

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S174–S179. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101831

Abstract

View articletitled, Numerical Simulation of Flutter of Suspension Bridges

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Topics: Computer simulation , Flutter (Aerodynamics) , Suspension bridges , Bridges (Structures) , Control systems , Design , Dynamic systems , Equations of motion , Limit cycles , Simulation

Optimization of Circular Arches Under Multimodal Creep Buckling Constraints With Two Independent Design Functions

Marek Rysz, Adam Wroblewski

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S180–S183. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101832

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Circular Arches Under Multimodal Creep Buckling Constraints With Two Independent Design Functions

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Topics: Arches , Buckling , Creep , Design , Optimization , Stress , Pressure , Shapes

Finite Strain Viscoplasticity Based on Unified Constitutive Equations and Decomposition of Logarithmic Strain: Applications to Shells

C. Sansour, F. G. Kollmann

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S184–S192. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101833

Abstract

View articletitled, Finite Strain Viscoplasticity Based on Unified Constitutive Equations and Decomposition of Logarithmic Strain: Applications to Shells

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Topics: Constitutive equations , Shells , Viscoplasticity , Deformation , Tensors , Computation , Cycles

Application of an Adjoint Method to Aerodynamic Design

Luis Carlos de Castro Santos

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S193–S197. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101834

Abstract

View articletitled, Application of an Adjoint Method to Aerodynamic Design

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Algorithms , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimal control , Transonic flow , Waves

Direct Measurement of Skin Friction in Complex Fluid Flows

Joseph A. Schetz

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S198–S203. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101835

Abstract

View articletitled, Direct Measurement of Skin Friction in Complex Fluid Flows

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Topics: Fluid dynamics , Skin friction (Fluid dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , High temperature , Heat flux , Instrumentation , Pressure , Surface roughness , Temperature

Stresses in a Thin Piezoelectric Element Bonded to a Half-Space

Wolfgang E. Seemann

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S204–S209. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101836

Abstract

View articletitled, Stresses in a Thin Piezoelectric Element Bonded to a Half-Space

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Topics: Stress , Piezoelectric ceramics , Bonding , Shear stress , Approximation , Delamination , Displacement , Elastic half space , Electromechanical systems , Failure

Continuum Model for Ion Gating in Cochlear Hair Cells

Charles R. Steele

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S210–S215. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101838

Abstract

View articletitled, Continuum Model for Ion Gating in Cochlear Hair Cells

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Topics: Ear , Electromechanical effects , Entrance region , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fibers , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Membranes , Springs

Finite Element Analysis of Beams With Constrained Damping Treatment Modeled Via Fractional Derivatives

Luis E. Sua´rez, Arsalan Shokooh, Jose´ Arroyo

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S216–S224. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101839

Abstract

View articletitled, Finite Element Analysis of Beams With Constrained Damping Treatment Modeled Via Fractional Derivatives

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Topics: Damping , Finite element analysis , Eigenvalues , Finite element model , Constitutive equations , Degrees of freedom , Dynamic response , Equations of motion , Modeling , Stress

Self-Locking Satellite Boom With Flexure-Mode Joints

W. Szyszkowski, K. Fielden, D. W. Johnson

Appl. Mech. Rev. November 1997, 50(11S): S225–S231. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3101840

Abstract

View articletitled, Self-Locking Satellite Boom With Flexure-Mode Joints

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Satellites , Deflection , Sensors , Shells , Computer simulation , Dynamic analysis , Finite element analysis , Nonlinear dynamics , Simulation