Plated structures are widely used in many engineering constructions
ranging from aircraft to ships and from off-shore structures to bridges
and buildings. Given their diverse use in severe dynamic loading
environments, it is vital that their dynamic behaviour is analysed and
understood. "Analysis and Design of Plated Structures Volume 2:
Dynamics" provides a concise review of the most recent research in the
area and how it can be applied in the field. The book discusses the
modelling of plates for effects such as transverse shear deformation
and rotary inertia, assembly of plates in forming thin-walled members,
and changing material properties in composite, laminated and
functionally graded plates. Various recent techniques for linear and
nonlinear vibration analysis are also presented and discussed. The book
concludes with a hybrid strategy suitable for parameter identification
of plated structures and hydroelastic analysis of floating plated
structures. With its distinguished editors and team of international
contributors, "Analysis and Design of Plated Structures Volume 2:
Dynamics" will be an invaluable reference source for engineers,
researchers and academics involved in the analysis and design of plated
structures. It also provides a companion volume to "Analysis and Design
of Plated Structures Volume 1: Stability."