2. Benchmark solution#
2.1. Calculation method used for the reference solution#
The solution of the so-called « elastic » problem is presented in [bib1] by assuming the non-extension of the mean axis. The analytical solution is obtained by considering elliptical integrals.
2.2. Benchmark results#
The reference results selected for the checks are indicated in bold characters in the table below. Displacements are defined in the geometry definition coordinate system [§1.1].


2.3. Uncertainties about the solution#
Analytical solution
2.4. Bibliographical references#
S.P. TIMOSHENKO, J.M. GERE: Elastic Stability Theory, Second Edition, DUNOD 1966.
J.L. BATOZ: Large displacements and large rotations of thin elastic beams, Department of Mechanical Engineering University of Technology of Compiègne 1981.