1st Edition

Finite Element Analysis

By Lakshmi Narasaiha Copyright 2009
340 Pages 158 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

340 Pages
by CRC Press

The finite element method has undergone a major paradigm shift from a detailed mathematical background for writing tailor-made computer programs to a user-based approach for applying available software to engineering analysis and design scenarios. This textbook begins with a concise overview of fluid mechanics, motivated by numerous engineering applications and examples. It then presents and... Read more

Introduction. Matrix Operations. Theory of Elasticity. Discrete (1D) Elements. Continuum (2D and 3D) Elements. Higher Order and Isoparametric Elements. Factors Influencing Solution. Dynamic Analysis (Undamped Free Vibrations). Steady State Heat Conduction. Design Validation and Other Types of Analysis. Computational Fluid Dynamics. Practical Analysis Using Software. Objective Questions. Answers. References. Index.

Biography

Lakshmi Narasaiha