Application of the Theory of Slender Curved Rods to the Analysis of Elastic Yarns.

Abstract

This report summarizes recent work of the author on the application of the theory of slender curved rods to the extension of long elastic filament yarns. A formulation of a linear theory of slender curved rods is given, the rod being treated as a one-dimensional body, and this theory is then applied to investigate the small extension of two-ply and continuous filament yarns. The filaments in the yarns are treated as elastic slender curved rods with the center line of the rod lying along a circular helix. The yarn elongation and filament stresses are analyzed for yarns with various geometrics, the ends of the yarns being clamped or free. The effect of the superposition of a twisting moment on the axial extension is also discussed. In comparison with previous work on similar problems for yarns the method of the report requires fewer assumptions and approximations and can provide better geometrical and physical insights.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA016103

Entities

People

  • N. C. Huang

Organizations

  • University of Wisconsin–Madison

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Elongation
  • Filaments

Readers

  • Reinforced Composite Materials
  • Structural Dynamics.