In order to find the maximum curvature position the third derivative of the W(x) equation was equaled to zero. All four derivatives of each mode shape is graphed below:
The first mode shape was chosen to analyze since the it is the most critical. The maximum curvature for this takes place at x = l, or in this case, x=10 feet.
Current research emphasis:
- Design a column that would be typical in a popular earthquake area. Use this column's new characteristics to update W(x) equation.
- Find out the stresses the column experiences at x=10. (Refer to Mechanics of Materials)
- Apply this information to the PZ strain sensor equations.
Things to do:
- Make a Research Poster for Student Research Week competition
- Make a PP presentation for Research presentation (April 7th, 2011 CE 222)
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