<DOC>
<DOCNO>
1293
</DOCNO>
<TITLE>
design of stiffened cylinders in axial compression .
</TITLE>
<AUTHOR>
hedgepeth,j.m.
</AUTHOR>
<BIBLIO>
nasa tn.d1510, 1962.
</BIBLIO>
<TEXT>
  the problem of optimum design
of axially compressed cylinders
stiffened by rings and stringers is
discussed .  particular attention
is devoted to configurations
suitable for large launch vehicles
.  consideration is given to
the analytical techniques for
determining strength as well as
the procedures for optimization .
</TEXT>
</DOC>
