On the calculation of stresses in a stayed mast

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Burghgraef, B.

Abstract: A method for the calculation of stresses in the mast and stays of a stayed mast is developed. Though the method is based on theoretical considerations some assumptions have to be made. These assumptions are discussed as well as the various doubtful factors involved in the calculation. The various forces acting on the mast and the bending moments producing the deflection of the mast are considered. The method of calculation is then explained and an attempt to justify the assumption on which the solution of the problem is based, is made in an appendix. For design purposes, a method for estimating the maximum load in the stays and for determining their approximate sectional areas is discussed. A numerical example of this method is given in Appendix 2. Some references are given.

DOI: 10.3233/ISP-1956-32003

Journal: International Shipbuilding Progress, vol. 3, no. 20, pp. 207-228, 1956