Essays about: "fictitious force"

Found 4 essays containing the words fictitious force.

  1. 1. Redistribution of bending moments in concrete slabs in the SLS

    University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

    Author : Einar Óskarsson; [2014]
    Keywords : Finite element analysis; reinforced concrete; concrete slab; non-linear analysis; crack control; fracture energy;

    Abstract : The finite element method (FEM) is commonly used to design the reinforcement in concrete slabs. In order to simplify the analysis and to be able to utilize the superposition principle for evaluating the effect of load combinations, a linear analysis is generally adopted although concrete slabs normally have a pronounced non-linear response. READ MORE

  3. 2. An Intuitive Approach to the Coriolis Effect

    University essay from Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Kristian Silver; [2011]
    Keywords : Coriolis effect; Coriolis force; centrifugal force; fictitious force; frame of reference; gravity; wind; deviation; Hadley; Bertrand; Foucault; Gaspard Gustave Coriolis; Eötvös effect; textbook myths; pedagogical approach.;

    Abstract : The aim of this thesis has been to provide the reader with an intuitive insight into the mechanisms of the Coriolis effect. Apart from thoroughly describing the phenomenon, the essay attempts to eliminate as many myths prevailing around the Coriolis effect as possible. READ MORE

  4. 3. Kalvutdragaren : en hjälpande hand?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

    Author : Maja Nilsson; [2009]
    Keywords : obstetrik; dystoki; nötkreatur; ko; kalv; kalvning; förlossning; kalvutdragare; utdragning; framdragning; dragkraft;

    Abstract : The calf extrator's function has been studied, through measuring traction and how this varies in different situations, in comparison with corresponding manual traction situations. This was done against the background that excessive force at assisted calvings at dystocia can mean life threatening damages on the calf such as grave acidosis, vertebral fractures, femur fractures and rib fractures. READ MORE

  5. 4. Hostile Takeovers : The Power of the Prey

    University essay from IHH, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Markus Johansson; Martin Torstensson; [2008]
    Keywords : Hostile takeover; takeover; defense tactics; acquisition;

    Abstract : Takeovers are used as a mean for companies to grow and gain entry to new markets. Hos-tile takeovers, apart from the friendly takeovers, is when an acquirer tries to takeover a corporation against the will of management, shareholders and board of directors of the target company. READ MORE