A simple procedure for analysis of cable network structures
Author(s): |
Vinicius F. Arcaro
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Medium: | conference paper |
Language(s): | English |
Conference: | Fifth International Conference on Space Structures, Surrey, Guildford, UK, 19-21 August 2002 |
Year: | 2002 |
Abstract: |
This text presents a mathematical modeling of a cable finite element. It includes a total Lagrangian description using the Engineering strain definition and assumes an elastic material (linear or nonlinear). A procedure to analyze a cable network in the presence of conservative forces and small deformations is summarized. Mathematical programming techniques make the use of stiffness matrix pointless. |