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Structural Engineering and Mechanics
  Volume 62, Number 3, May10 2017 , pages 311-324
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/sem.2017.62.3.311
 


Bending analysis of functionally graded plates using new eight-unknown higher order shear deformation theory
Tran Minh Tu, Tran Huu Quoc and Nguyen Van Long

 
Abstract
    In this paper a new eight-unknown higher order shear deformation theory is proposed for functionally graded (FG) material plates. The theory based on full twelve-unknown higher order shear deformation theory, simultaneously satisfy zeros transverse stresses at top and bottom surface of FG plates. Equations of motion are derived from principle of virtual displacement. Exact closed-form solutions are obtained for simply supported rectangular FG plates under uniform loading. The accuracy of present numerical results has been verified by comparing it with generalized shear deformation theory. The effect of power law index of functionally graded material, side-to-thickness ratio, and aspect ratio on static behavior of FG plates is investigated.
 
Key Words
    bending analysis; functionally graded materials; higher order shear deformation theory; closed-form solution
 
Address
Tran Minh Tu, Tran Huu Quoc: National University of Civil Engineering, 55 Giai Phong Road, Hanoi, Vietnam
Nguyen Van Long: Construction Technical College No.1, Trung Van, Tu Liem, Hanoi, Vietnam
 

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