Lagrangian description and incremental formulation in the nonlinear theory of thin shells (Q792806)

Equations of equilibrium are constructed for an entirely Lagrangian nonlinear shell theory. Several consistently simplified versions for the first-approximation theory are discussed in dependence of moderate or large rotations. These equations allow an exact variational formulation. A unified theory of superposition of deformations in thin shells is outlined. This paper is of great interest for all scientists interested in basic equations of nonlinear theory of thin shells.