Abstract
Abstract
The methodology used in the classical methods of design of single pin fittings is reviewed. An alternative for the design of these structural elements using a finite element method is presented. The proposed methodology removes the constraints on the geometry and materials imposed in the classical methods of analysis. The complications of the application of the loading in the finite element method to the fitting sizing problem are discussed in detail and a conclusive procedure of design is presented. Several numerical examples are given and the results obtained are discussed and compared with the classical methods of design.
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