Advances of the Shear Deformation Theory for Analyzing the Dynamics of Laminated Composite Plates: An Overview

An attempt has been made to perform a comparative study on advances in the shear deformation theory for analyzing the statics and dynamics of different plates with the use of numerical examples. Initially, shape functions for the displacement field across the plate thickness are compared, and then, the stresses, deflections, and natural frequencies of laminated composite plates are also compared.