Comprehensive Shell Theories and Formulations

This course covers the fundamental concepts of shell theories and constitutive relations, membrane and moment shell theories, and their applications in structural engineering. For instance, learners will explore the steps to obtain solutions for displacement and stress moments of a shell subjected to loading and boundary conditions. The course also delves into the special cases of the shell of revolutions, explaining the governing equations for different types of shells, including cylindrical, spherical, and conical shells. Furthermore, the course provides a detailed explanation of the governing equations for the membrane theory of shells and how to solve these equations. It concludes with a discussion on the moment theory of shells and its application in solving problems related to shell structures.