4.2. Container model creation
Five simplified container computer models of varying complexity
and accuracy were created, and similar assumptions were
assembly, and hinges was replaced by an identical wall used for
the front wall section or a non-corrugated wall section with similar
properties. It was assumed that the rear door assembly could withstand
the same loads as the front wall. All of the connections were
modeled to represent fully welded connections which could not
fail. The parts excluded from each container model are: flooring,
hinges or hinge mechanisms, locking assembly hand bars, lashing
fixtures, and most fillets.