Linear Programming and Structural Design. 1. Limit Analysis

Abstract

'Limit Analysis' provides the structural engineer with a realistic estimate of the load carrying capacities of structures that are made of ductile materials. From the mathematical point of view, the problem of limit analysis is one of linear programming. The basic concepts are presented and a practical method of solution is discussed. This is essentially the 'simplex method with prices,' but the various steps are given mechanical interpretations which enable the experienced analyst to capitalize on his intuitive understanding of structural behavior.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 26, 1957
Accession Number
AD0606445

Entities

People

  • William Prager

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Bending Moments
  • Collapse
  • Computer Programming
  • Deflection
  • Displacement
  • Engineers
  • Equations
  • Inequalities
  • Intensity
  • Linear Programming
  • Margin Of Safety
  • Materials
  • Payload
  • Rotation
  • Simplex Method
  • Two Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Regression Analysis.
  • Structural Dynamics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design