Finite element analysis for design engineers

This indispensable guide provides design engineers with proven methods to analyze their own work while it is still in the form of easily modifiable CAD models. Simple and informative exercises provide examples for improving the process to deliver quick turnaround times and prompt implementation.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Kurowski, Paul M. (Author)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Warrendale, PA : SAE International, [2017]
EditionSecond edition.
SeriesSociety of Automotive Engineers. Electronic publications.
Subjects
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780768082319
0768082315
9780768083712
0768083710
9780768083705
0768083702
9781523124107
1523124105
9780768083699
0768083699
Physical Description1 online resource (xiii, 267 pages) : illustrations (some color)

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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. Introduction
  • Chapter 2. From CAD model to results of finite element analysis
  • Chapter 3. Fundamental concepts of finite element analysis
  • Chapter 4. Controlling discretization errors
  • Chapter 5. Finite element mesh
  • Chapter 6. Modelling process
  • Chapter 7. Nonlinear static structural analysis
  • Chapter 8. Nonlinear material analysis
  • Chapter 9. Modal analysis
  • Chapter 10. Buckling analysis
  • Chapter 11. Vibration analysis
  • Chapter 12. Thermal analysis
  • Chapter 13. Implementation of finite element analysis in the design process
  • Chapter 14. Misconceptions and frequently asked questions
  • Chapter 15. FEA resources
  • Chapter 16. Glossary of terms
  • Chapter 17. List of exercises.