| Code |
14604
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| Year |
1
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| Semester |
S1
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
PL(15H)/T(45H)
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| Scientific area |
Mechanics and Structures
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Entry requirements |
Good knowledge of Applied Mechanics and Strength of Materials.
Proficiency in calculation of reactions, efforts and displacements in isostatic structures.
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Learning outcomes |
Proficiency in
a) Linear elastic analysis of statically indeterminate frame structures by the displacement method;
b) Linear elastic analysis of statically indeterminate frame structures by the “Hardy Cross” Method
Understanding
a) Software for structure analysis
b) Finite Element Method
Recognizing
a) Non-linear analysis
b) 2D and 3D plate and shell structures
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Syllabus |
1. Introduction.
2. Models of frame structures.
3. Analysis of statically indeterminate structures utilizing the Displacement method.
4. Trusses, Frames, and Mixed structures.
5. Software for computer analysis of frames.
6. Analysis of statically indeterminate structures utilizing the “Cross” method.
7. Introduction to the Finite Element Method.
8. Initiation to second order analysis of frame structures.
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Main Bibliography |
• Ghali, A., Neville, A. and Brown, T. G., “Structural Analysis – A Unified Classical and Matrix Approach”, 2009
• Hibbeler, R. C. – “Structural Analysis” – 3rd Edition – Prentice Hall – London 1995
• Au, T. & Christiano, P. – “Structural Analysis” – Prentice Hall – London 1987
• Tavares, A. Segadães – “Análise Matricial de Estruturas” – LNEC – Lisboa 1973
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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