Thermal-Structural Analysis of Large Space Structures: A Review of Recent Advances.

摘要

Recent advances in thermal-structural analysis of large space structures are reviewed. Thermal-structural analytical challenges faced by structural engineers are highlighted and uncertainties that arise in predictive analyses are identified and discussed. Current modeling techniques and characteristics of thermal-structural response are illustrated. Areas for further research are discussed, and the need for fundamental thermal-structural experiments is cited. (Author)