Difference between a clamped and a simply supported plate.

[HyperSniper]

Hey, I've recently been taking a look at the theory of plate vibration, but I can't seem to find anywhere an exact definition of what consitutes a "clamped" and a "simply supported" plate. What exactly are these, conceptually and mathematically?

 

[edgepflow]

I am not sure I have an exact definition, but a plate with "clamped" or "fixed" edges would be welded all around for example. A simple support would be a vertical rest only.

 

[SteamKing]

The boundary conditions for a clamped plate generally indicate that the edge deflection and edge slopes are both equal to zero (similar boundary conditions are used for beams with fixed ends).

A simply supported plate has edge deflection = 0, but the slope of the plate can vary depending on the loading.

 

[Bibekananda]

HyperSniper... if you got your answer please tell me...