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n any elasticity problem the proper choice of the co-ordinate system is extremely
important since this choice establishes the complexity of the mathematical expressions
employed to satisfy the field equations and the boundary conditions.
In order to solve two dimensional elasticity problems by employing a polar co-ordinate
reference frame, the equations of equilibrium, the definition of Airys Stress function,
and one of the stress equations of compatibility must be established in terms of Polar
Co-ordinates.
6.1.2 STRAIN-DISPLACEMENT RELATIONS