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Introduction to Finite Element Analysis and Design

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ISBN-10: 047012539X

ISBN-13: 9780470125397

Edition: 2009

Authors: Nam-Ho Kim, Bhavani V. Sankar, Nam H. Kim

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Finite Element Method (FEM) is one of the numerical methods of solving differential equations that describe many engineering problems. This new book covers the basic theory of FEM and includes appendices on each of the main FEA programs as reference. It introduces the concepts so that engineers can use the method efficiently and interpret the results properly. Theyll learn about one-dimensional finite elements, including truss and beam elements, as well as two and three dimensional finite elements. Numerous examples are also included using ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, Pro/Engineer, and I-DEAS. This approach will help engineers develop a thorough understanding of the theory behind FEM as well as…    
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Book details

List price: $161.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 10/20/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 432
Size: 7.00" wide x 10.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English

Nam-Ho Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Florida, USA.

Preface
Mathematical Preliminaries
Vectors and Matrices
Vector-Matrix Calculus
Matrix Equations
Eigen Values and Eigen Vectors
Quadratic Forms
Maxima and Minima of Functions
Exercise
Stress-Strain Analysis
Stress
Strain
Stress-Strain Relations
Boundary Value Problems
Failure Theories
Safety Factor
Exercise
Uniaxial Bar and Truss Elements-Direct Method
Illustration of the Direct Method
Uniaxial Bar Element
Plane Truss Elements
Three-Dimensional Truss Elements (Space Truss)
Thermal Stresses
Projects
Exercise
Weighted Residual and Energy Methods for One-Dimensional Problems
Exact vs. Approximate Solution
Galerkin Method
Higher-Order Differential Equations
Finite Element Approximation
Formal Procedure
Energy Methods
Exercise
Finite Element Analysis of Beams and Frames
Review of Elementary Beam Theory
Rayleigh-Ritz Method
Finite Element Interpolation
Finite Element Equation for the Beam Element
Bending Moment and Shear Force Distribution
Plane Frame
Project
Exercise
Finite Elements for Heat Transfer Problems
Introduction
Fourier Heat Conduction Equation
Finite Element Analysis - Direct Method
Galerkin Method for Heat Conduction Problems
Convection Boundary Conditions
Exercise
Finite Elements for Plane Solids
Introduction
Types of Two-Dimensional Problems
Principle of Minimum Potential Energy
Constant Strain Triangular (CST) Element
Four-Node Rectangular Element
Four-Node Iso-Parametric Quadrilateral Element
Numerical Integration
Project
Exercise
Finite Element Procedures and Modeling
Finite Element Analysis Procedures
Finite Element Modeling Techniques
Project
Exercise
Structural Design Using Finite Elements
Introduction
Safety Margin in Design
Intuitive Design: Fully-Stressed Design
Design Parameterization
Parameter Study - Sensitivity Analysis
Structural Optimization
Project: Design Optimization of a Bracket
Exercise
Finite Element Analysis Using Pro/Engineer
Introduction
Getting Start
Plate with a Hole Analysis
Design Sensitivity Analysis/Parameter Study
Design Optimization
Finite Element Analysis Using NEi Nastran
Introduction
Getting Start
Plate with a Hole Analysis
Static Analysis of Beams
Examples in the text
Finite Element Analysis Using ANSYS
Introduction
Getting Start
Static Analysis of a Corner Bracket
Examples in the Text
Finite Element Analysis Using MATLAB Toolbox
Finite Element Analysis of Bar and Truss
Finite Element Analysis Using Frame Elements
Finite Element Analysis Using Plane Solid Elements
Index