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This paper presents efficient analysis of plates on nonlinear foundations. The Reissner plate theory is used to model plates. Foundations are presented as the Winkler springs or the elastic half space. The developed analysis is mainly presented for tensionless foundation; however as demonstrated, it is straightforward extended to analysis of elastic-plastic foundations. The plate is analyzed using...