A beam/plate on elastic foundation .

[cabellos6]

A beam/plate on elastic foundation...

As part of my project (designing an artificial spinal disc) I have to design the enplate pieces which will attach to the bone.

I am familiar with beam theory with regards to simple supports or cantilever beams but i have not yet studied beams on elastic foundation. I would be extremely greatful if someone could help me with this. I believe the endplate (shown in the link below) is similar to a beam/plate on elastic foundation when under a compressive load of 2000N.

http://img155.imageshack.us/my.php?image=endplatenb5.jpg"

I want to find the maximum bending stress due to this load but do not know how?

Thankyou.

 

[BigJDubs]

To calculate the maximum bending stress due to a compressive load on a beam/plate on elastic foundation, you will need to use a beam on elastic foundation model. This model takes into account the stiffness of the foundation material, the force applied, and the displacement of the beam due to the applied force. You can use this model to calculate the maximum bending stress in the beam/plate by solving the relevant equations for the force, displacement, and stiffness of the foundation material.