Linearized stability analysis of space frames using a degenerated beam finite element


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Çağdaş İ. U.

ISARC 3rd International Scientific Research and Innovation Congress, 26 - 27 Ağustos 2022, ss.380-386

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Tam Metin Bildiri
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.380-386
  • Akdeniz Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

In this study, stability analysis of space frames using degenerated 3D beam finite elements is investigated. For this purpose, a degenerated beam element having offset property is used by modifying its torsional rigidity and using an additional warping degree of freedom. Comparisons with analytical and numerical results available in the literature show that the selected element is capable of accurately calculating the lateral torsional buckling parameters of beams having bi-symmetrical thin-walled open sections. Additionally, a sample frame problem is solved and the numerical results obtained are presented in comparison with the results found in the literature. The results obtained show that, the global buckling parameters of space frames having bi-symmetrical open cross-sections can be determined to a sufficient accuracy using the developed beam finite element.