A tutorial to help you learn the Mathematica tools that are particularly useful in engineering. Note that some of the graphics output has been... Show moreA tutorial to help you learn the Mathematica tools that are particularly useful in engineering. Note that some of the graphics output has been removed from the download version to reduce the size of the notebook. Evaluate the notebook to regenerate these and complete the notebook. Show less
Department of Mechanics, Illinois Institute of Technology
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By definition, the limit load on a structure is the unique magnitude of the given loads under which a structure can first deform if it is made... Show moreBy definition, the limit load on a structure is the unique magnitude of the given loads under which a structure can first deform if it is made of a rigid-perfectly plastic material. The significance of the limit load for a structure made of a real material is discussed in relation to a simple truss. Sponsorship: Contract No. Nonr 140604 This research was sponsored by the federal government. The appropriate Department of Defense database, DTIC Online Access Controlled, was consulted prior to submission to confirm that the report has no distribution limitations and may therefore be made available to the public online. Show less