A Finite Difference Solution of a Simply Supported Beam of Orthotropic Composite Materials Using Displacement Potential Formulation

Figure 16

Distribution of the normalized lateral stress component, 𝜎_𝑦𝑦/𝜎⁰_𝑦𝑦, as a function of 𝑥/𝑏 at the section 𝑦/𝑎=0.5 of the beam under different methods.