The Finite Element Method: A Practical Course

Written for practicing engineers and students alike, this book emphasizes the role of finite element modeling and simulation in the engineering design process. It provides the necessary theories and techniques of the FEM in a concise and easy-to-understand format and applies the techniques to civil, mechanical, and aerospace problems. Updated throughout for current developments in FEM and FEM software, the book also includes case studies, diagrams, illustrations, and tables to help demonstrate the material.

Plentiful diagrams, illustrations and tables demonstrate the materialCovers modeling techniques that predict how components will operate and tolerate loads, stresses and strains in realityFull set of PowerPoint presentation slides that illustrate and support the book, available on a companion website

Preface

1. Computational Modeling
2. Introduction to Mechanics for Solids and Structures
3. The Finite Element Method
4. FEM for Trusses
5. FEM for Beams
6. FEM for Frames
7. FEM for 2D Solids
8. FEM for Plates and Shells
9. FEM for 3D solids
10. Special Purpose Elements
11. Modeling Techniques
12. FEM for Heat Transfer Problems
13. Using ABAQUS

References

Index.