This book provides an integrated approach to finite element methodologies. The development of finite element theory is combined with examples and exercises involving engineering applications. The steps used in the development of the theory are implemented in complete, self-contained computer programs. While the strategy and philosophy of the previous editions has been retained, the Third Edition has been updated and improved to include new material on additional topics. Chapter topics cover fundamental concepts, matrix algebra and gaussian elimination, one-dimensional problems, trusses, two-dimensional problems using constant strain triangles, axisymmetric solids subjected to axisymmetric loading, two-dimensional isoparametric elements and numerical integration, beams and frames, three-dimensional problems in stress analysis, scalar field problems, dynamic considerations, and preprocessing and postprocessing. For practicing engineers as a valuable learning resource.
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This book provides an integrated approach to finite element methodologies, combining sound theory, examples and exercises involving engineering applications, and the implementation of theory in complete, self-contained computer programs. While the strategy and philosophy of the previous edition has been retained, the Second Edition has been updated and improved to include new material on additional topics.
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Now in its third edition, Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering provides an integrated approach to finite methodologies through the integration of exercises and examples involving engineering applications. The steps used in the development of the theory are implemented in complete, self-contained computer programs, while retaining the strategies and philosophies of previous editions. It serves as a primary textbook for senior undergraduate and first-year graduate students as well as an invaluable learning resource for practicing engineers.
Hallmark Features:- Over 250 illustrations integrated throughout the text.
- Problem formulation and modeling emphasized in each chapter.
- Practical examples and problems.
- Pre- and post-processing concepts discussed in the last chapter.
Additional programs and source code on a companion CD
Includes complete self-contained computer programs with source codes in Visual Basic, Excel-based Visual Basic, MATLAB, QUICKBASIC, FORTRAN, and C.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fairly general, a good start for undergraduate level,
By John Williams "Will" (Manchester, England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering (Hardcover)
As a finite element software developer, I find this book is so designed that it is relatively easy to understand by any level of graduate student. The first few chapters on 1-dimensional finite element equation formulation is the best I have ever seen so far in the "sea" of finite element text. Other than that, the overall content of the book is rather "light". It should be read by all users who use finite element.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent start, poor finish,
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This review is from: Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)
If you want to learn the basics of FEM, take this book. First half of the book is an excellent introduction to FEM. It explains nicely even the mathematical background, so you can basically "plug and play", make your first FE programs and solve the typical structural problems. But then, authors start to explain everything else regarding the linear FEM, in a very condensed way, and the book becomes very difficult to read. Exercises are nicely prepared and for their solving sufficient help can be found in the text.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Very good theoretical explanation of FEA,
By Karl Palutke (kcpalutke@tasc.com) (Warner Robins, GA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering (Hardcover)
This book provides a very good explanation of the math behind finite element analysis, but no information on using FEA in a real-world setting.
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