Introductory Finite Element Method / Edition 1

by Chandrakant S. Desai, Tribikram Kundu

Overview

Although there are many books on the finite element method (FEM) on the market, very few present its basic formulation in a simple, unified manner. Furthermore, many of the available texts address either only structure-related problems or only fluid or heat-flow problems, and those that explore both do so at an advanced level.

Introductory Finite Element Method examines both structural analysis and flow (heat and fluid) applications in a presentation specifically designed for upper-level undergraduate and beginning graduate students, both within and outside of the engineering disciplines. It includes a chapter on variational calculus, clearly presented to show how the functionals for structural analysis and flow problems are formulated. The authors provide both one- and two-dimensional finite element codes and a wide range of examples and exercises. The exercises include some simpler ones to solve by hand calculation-this allows readers to understand the theory and assimilate the details of the steps in formulating computer implementations of the method.

Anyone interested in learning to solve boundary value problems numerically deserves a straightforward and practical introduction to the powerful FEM. Its clear, simplified presentation and attention to both flow and structural problems make Introductory Finite Element Method the ideal gateway to using the FEM in a variety of applications.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849302435
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/18/2001
Series:	Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	518
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Desai, Chandrakant S.; Kundu, Tribikram

Table of Contents

Preface. Introduction. Steps in the Finite Element Method. One-Dimensional Stress Deformation. One-Dimensional Flow. One-Dimensional Time-Dependent Flow. Combined Computer Code for One-Dimensional Deformations, Flow, and Temperature/ Consolidation. Beam Bending and Beam Column. One-Dimensional Mass Transport. One-Dimensional Stress Wave Propagation. Two- and Three-Dimensional Formulations. Torsion, Potential, Thermal, Electrical, and Fluid Flow. Two-Dimensional Stress-Deformation Analysis. Multicomponent Systems: Building Frame and Foundation. Appendices.

Editorial Reviews

"This is an excellent addition to the available textbooks on finite element method…The mathematical formulations and fundamental concepts illustrated with simple examples and summaries or comments and plenty of exercises presented at the end of each chapter are other merits of the book…The book is highly recommended for undergraduate students and teachers in universities."
- Appl Mech Rev, Vol. 55, no. 1

"Intended for use… within and outside engineering disciplines, this book examines both stress-deformation analysis and flow (heat and fluid) applications…. offers an introduction to the finite element method…"
-Sci Tech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 3, September 2001

From the Publisher

Intended for use by upper-level undergraduate students within and outside engineering disciplines, this book examines both stress- deformation analysis and flow (heat and fluid) applications. It includes a detailed discussion on variational calculus, showing how the functionals for stress-deformation analysis and flow problems are formulated. It also offers an introduction to the finite element method, explores variational method, describes Galerkin's method, and provides one- and two-dimensional finite element codes. Desai teaches civil engineering and engineering mechanics at the University of Arizona. Kundu also teaches at the University of Arizona. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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