The analysis of a member carrying a combination of lateral and axial
loads (a "beam-column") is a problem of frequent occurrence in aircraft
structural design. This thesis presents the derivation and application
of the Polar method, both analytical and graphical. The method was first
suggested in Germany, several years later...
This report is one of a series issued in cooperation with the Air Force-Navy-Civil Subcommittee on Aircraft Design Criteria under the supervision of the Aircraft Committee of the Munitions Board. Information reviewed and reaffirmed March 1956. Original report issued July 1950.
This report is one of a series issued in cooperation with the ANC-23 Panel on Sandwich Construction of the Departments of the Air Force, Navy, and Commerce
This report is one of a series issued in cooperation with the Army-Navy-Civil Committee on Aircraft Design Criteria under the supervision of the Aeronautical Board.