Buckling optimization of compressed bars undergoing corrosion

Mark M. Fridman , Isaac Elishakoff

Abstract

This study is devoted to the optimal design of compressed bars under axial compressive forces and exposed to a corrosive environment. The initial volume of the structure is taken as an optimality parameter. Gutman – Zainullin\'s exponential stress corrosion model is adopted for analysis. Analytical and numerical results are derived for optimal variation of the cross-sectional area of the bar along its axis.

Key Words

corrosion; optimization; stability

Address

Mark M. Fridman : 1National Metallurgical Academy of Ukraine (NMetAofU), 7/29 Yuzhniy Avenue, UA-50026, Krivoy Rog, Ukraine Isaac Elishakoff: 2Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL33431-0991, USA

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