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Experimental investigation of edge loading of thick cylindrical shells

Paper describes the experimental procedures for applying the edge moments and shears for a cylindrical shell of constant thickness and compares the experimental results with a modified thick-shell theory

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A method has been developed whereby the elastic behavior of thick cylindrical shells under edge loadings can be determined. The method permits the application of edge moments and edge shears through a specially designed fixture. Strain readings are recorded in both the circumferential and longitudinal directions of the shell for edge loadings. The experimental results are compared with a modified thick-shell theory with good agreement and tend to confirm the validity of the theory. The experimental procedures and the necessary precautions that must be taken to insure accurate results are discussed.

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  1. Research Center, The Babcock & Wilcox Co., Alliance, Ohio

    R. J. Dohrmann (Chief, Applied Mechanics Section) & K. D. Ives (Research Engineer)

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  1. R. J. Dohrmann
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Dohrmann, R.J., Ives, K.D. Experimental investigation of edge loading of thick cylindrical shells. Experimental Mechanics 6, 350–356 (1966). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02327211

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