This invention provides a method for calculating the side bending deformation of thick plates with large bevels. Based on the principle of thermo-mechanical
coupling, this method first derives the deformation curve using a temperature field distribution formula. Then, iterative calculations are performed using an assumed initial deformation, and the results are verified through the balance of
internal forces and moments to ultimately obtain the deformation curvature. This method incorporates heat input, material properties, and structural constraints into the calculation
system, enabling quantitative analysis of side bending deformation. This calculation method provides a theoretical basis, overcoming the limitations of traditional methods that rely on experience and cannot accurately predict deformation. Iterative
verification improves calculation accuracy, ensuring that the deformation results meet
mechanical equilibrium. The obtained deformation curvature data can be directly used to guide bevel design and
process optimization, helping to predict and control side bending deformation before actual construction, improving shipbuilding precision and quality, and reducing
rework and adjustment costs.