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Membrane Theory for Shells of Revolution by Anca Biris is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses symmetrically loaded thin shells of revolution analyzed using membrane theory. It provides background on membrane theory and the governing equations. For shells of revolution under symmetric loading, the normal membrane forces Nφ and Nθ do not vary with θ. The equations of equilibrium relate the forces to the geometry. Reinforcing rings are needed at supports to resist bending moments not accounted for in membrane theory. An example application is given for a hemispherical roof dome
- Author
- Anca Biris
- Language
- EN