1. Evaluate the stiffness matrix for the elements shown in Figure P6–3. The coordinates are in units of inches. Assume plane stress conditions. Let E = 30
10
6
psi, n = 0.25, and thickness t = 1 in.
2.
For the elements given in Problem 6.3, the nodal displacements are given as
Determine the element stresses s
x
; s
y
; t
xy
; s
1
, and s
2
and the principal angle y
p
. Use the values of E; n, and t given in Problem 6.3.
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