Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis [Hardcover]

David V. Hutton (Author), David Hutton (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072922362 | ISBN-13: 978-0072922363 | Publication Date: June 25, 2003 | Edition: 1

This new text, intended for the senior undergraduate finite element course in mechanical, civil and aerospace engineering departments, gives students a solid, practical understanding of the principles of the finite element method within a variety of engineering applications.

Hutton discusses basic theory of the finite element method while avoiding variational calculus, instead focusing upon the engineering mechanics and mathematical background that may be expected of senior engineering students. The text relies upon basic equilibrium principles, introduction of the principle of minimum potential energy, and the Galerkin finite element method, which readily allows application of finite element analysis to nonstructural problems.

The text is software-independent, making it flexible enough for use in a wide variety of programs, and offers a good selection of homework problems and examples.

A Book Website is also included, with book illustrations for class presentation; complete problem solutions (password protected); the FEPC 2-D finite element program for student use; instructions on FEPC and its use with the text; and links to commercial FEA sites.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 494 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 1 edition (June 25, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072922362
• ISBN-13: 978-0072922363
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,816,572 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended!, April 30, 2011

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This review is from: Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis (McGraw-Hill Mechanical Engineering) (Hardcover)

I tried several books to start learning FEM but was never satisfied. Some of them were overloaded with theory or essentially no theory and all software application. Finally I come across this one! A very good book to learn FEM subject for the person who already has basic knowledge of mechanics, strength of materials and matrix calculus. It's really clearly written with a very good and detailed explanation of discussed topics. All the chapters are followed by numerous examples to be solved by the reader. I was able to deal with them using the equations and examples given in regular text. The book is "software-independent" - it's not oriented towards any specific FEM package; more stress is put on general FEM theory and exemplary applications. There are several handy appendixes which helps you work through matrix calculus, equations of elasticity & solution techniques for linear algebraic eqs. Highly recommended!