Synopses & Reviews
Uses simple engineering terms to describe which types of problems can best be solved with each method, combining the two and the applications for which this might be suitable. Features a chapter devoted to the construction of finite and boundary element meshes, error analysis and confidence criteria. Contains a slew of practical applications.
Table of Contents
Solid Modeling--Finite and Boundary Elements.
Material Modeling.
Finite Elements of a Continuum.
Special Finite Elements: Plate/Shell Element, Joint Element.
Boundary Element Methods--Basic Principles.
Boundary Element Methods--Practical Implementation.
Coupled Boundary Element/Finite Element Analysis.
Non-Linear Problems.
Mesh Design and Error Analysis.
Computer Aided Pre- and Post-Processing.
Appendices.
Index.