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Method of Finite Elements II
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Abstract
Basic theoretical and procedural concepts of the method of finite elements (FE) for the analysis of advanced structural problems.The topics to be covered include:- Material Nonlinearities (Plasticity)- Geometric Nonlinearities (Large Displacement Problems)- Nonlinear Dynamics- Fracture Mechanics- Elasto-plastic Fracture
Objective
The class overviews advanced topics of the Method of Finite Elements, beyond linear elasticity. The concepts are introduced via theory, numerical examples, demonstrators and computer labs. See the class webpage for more information: http://www.chatzi.ibk.ethz.ch/education/method-of-finite-elements-ii.html
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts, Course Script available onhttp://www.chatzi.ibk.ethz.ch/education/method-of-finite-elements-ii.html
Literature
Course Script available on http://www.chatzi.ibk.ethz.ch/education/method-of-finite-elements-ii.html Useful (optional) Reading: - Nonlinear Finite Elements of Continua and Structures, T. Belytschko, W.K. Liu, and B. Moran. - Bathe, K.J., Finite Element Procedures, Prentice Hall, 1996. - Crisfield, M.A., Remmers, J.J. and Verhoosel, C.V., 2012. Nonlinear finite element analysis of solids and structures. John Wiley & Sons. - De Souza Neto, E.A., Peric, D. and Owen, D.R., 2011. Computational methods for plasticity: theory and applications. John Wiley & Sons.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Method of Finite Elements II
The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses.
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2 h weekly |