Quasi-Variational Principles of Large Elastic Deformation in Non-Conservative Systems Based on Base Forces Theory and its Application

Based on base forces theory framework, the basic equations of time boundary value problem of large elastic deformation in non-conservative systems are defined. According to the corresponding relations between generalized forces and generalized displacements, the basic equations of elasto-dynamics are multiplied by corresponding virtual quantities, integrated and then added algebraically. Considering that both body forces and surface forces are fellow forces, the generalized Hamilton-type quasi-variational principles with three kinds of variables of large elastic deformation based on base forces theory in non-conservative systems are established. Then they are degenerated. Applying the Hamilton-type quasi-potential energy principle, analytic solutions of large deformation cantilever beam problem in non-conservative systems is obtained. Finally, some correlative problems are discussed.Copyright © 2008 by ASME