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Area of Science:

  • Physics
  • Materials Science
  • Engineering Mechanics

Background:

  • Statically indeterminate systems are typically assumed to be static.
  • Classic examples include beams, silos, and leaning ladders.
  • Previous models did not account for time-dependent force variations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To experimentally demonstrate the dynamic nature of statically indeterminate systems.
  • To investigate the underlying mechanisms causing force fluctuations.
  • To analyze the long-term behavior of reaction forces.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental investigation of classic static systems (e.g., three-point beam, silo, ladder).
  • Long-term monitoring of reaction forces (over 10^4 seconds).
  • Analysis of microcontact area evolution and aging effects.

Main Results:

  • Reaction forces in static systems were found to vary dynamically.
  • Logarithmic variations in forces were observed, exceeding 10%.
  • Force fluctuations are linked to the evolution of microcontact areas.

Conclusions:

  • Statically indeterminate systems are inherently dynamical.
  • Aging effects and microcontact area evolution drive observed force variations.
  • This provides a new perspective on the behavior of seemingly static structures.