Thus far we have discussed mechanical loading and the stresses and strains caused by that We noted, however, that the environment can have an effect on the behavior of materials and structures. Let's first consider:
There are many structural configurations where we do not have to deal with the full 3-D case. First let's consider the models Let's then see under what conditions we can apply them A. Plane Stress
We do not characterize materials by their E mnpq The Emnpa are useful in doing transformations, manipulations, etc. We characterize materials by their \ENGINEERING CONSTANTS\ (or, Elastic Constants)
Let's first review a bit... from Unified, saw that there are basic considerations in elasticity: 1. Equilibrium 2. Strain-Displacement 3. Stress- Strain Relations (Constitutive Relations)
Need to study structural mechanics to design properly to prevent failure There is no doubt that any of the disciplines of Aeronautics and Astronautics can contribute to an accident -engine failure -etc. But, the vast majority of non-human induced accidents is due to structural
