On the mechanics of bio-inspired stiffened shell structures

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The paper deals with the 3D finite element modelling of structures obtained by assemblages of thin shell parts. The whole structure represents a complex geometry inspired by vegetable nature and plants such as a maple leaf in the present study. This type of structure can become a bio-inspired architectural project at human scale. In the present study some challenging finite element analyses are discussed related to the complete integrated modelling: 3D scanning, geometrical model, appropriate finite element model for linear and nonlinear static and dynamic analysis of the stiffened 3D shell structures subjected to gravity and pressure loading. New finite element models are developed in the research project.

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