Mathematica Eterna
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Abstract

Solution for a Rectangular Plate on Elastic Foundation with Free Edges Using Reciprocal Theorem Method

Zhong Yang, Gao Yuan-Yuan and Ban-Bao Fangin

In this paper, the reciprocal theorem method is used to obtain the theoretical solutions for a rectangular plate supported on the elastic foundation with free edges, which have widespread applications in the designs of civil engineering such as highway and airport pavement. Numerical examples are presented at the end to compare the results obtained by this method and those from conventional methods