Computational Methods for Solids and Structures

Catalog description

A theoretical development of the finite element method for analysis of solids and structures with geometric and materials nonlinearities. Topics include the formulation of both Updated and Total Lagrangian 3D finite elements, solutions to quasi-static and time-dependent solid mechanics problems, non-linear materials modeling, solution methods, and stability issues often encountered in complex finite element analysis. Reviews linear elastic finite element theory and non-linear continuum mechanics. Emphasizes programming of the finite element method.