ENCV13133  Analysis of Structures & Stresses

This course examines the stiffness and flexibility approaches of structural analysis, the selection of appropriate methods for specific problems, the formulation of analysis models, and the use of state-of-art tools and techniques. Students study methods of establishing numerical models of framed structures, carry out the analysis using computer software and interpret the results for consistency and practical implications.

Transport structures such as tracks and pavements using beams or slabs on elastic foundations are considered, as are metal-to-metal contact problems such as wheel-rail interaction. Moving Loads and Influence Lines for BM and SF of simple bridge structures are examined.

Students will develop competency in the following classical and modern methods of structural analysis:

• Method of Consistent Deformation
• Method of Moment Distribution
• Method of Slope-Deflection
• Plastic Method of Analysis of Structural Frame Work
• Method of Beams on Elastic Foundation
• Hetzian Method of Contact Stress Evaluation
• Stiffness Matrix Method of Structural Frameworks including Grids
• Finite Element Analysis of Continuum Structures