ME 55000 - Advanced Stress Analysis

Studies of stresses and strains in three-dimensional problems. Failure theories and yield criteria. Stress function approach to two-dimensional problems. Bending of nonhomogeneous asymmetric curved beams. Torsion of bars with noncircular cross sections. Energy methods. Elastic stability. Introduction to plates.

Preparation for Course
P: MA 36300, ME 25200, and ME 30300 with grades of C or better.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Students may not receive credit for both ME 55000 and CE 57000.