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Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

Mechanical Egr.& Mat.Sci.Dept. EGR - School of Engineering

Subject

ME

Catalog Number

525

Title

Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

Course Description

Formulation and solution of nonlinear initial/boundary value problems using the finite element method. Systems include nonlinear heat conduction/diffusion, geometrically nonlinear solid and structural mechanics applications, and materially nonlinear systems (for example, elastoplasticity). Emphasis on development of variational principles for nonlinear problems, finite element discretization, and equation-solving strategies for discrete nonlinear equation systems. Topics include: Newton-Raphson techniques, quasi-Newton iteration schemes, solution of nonlinear transient problems, and treatment of constraints in a nonlinear framework. An independent project, proposed by the student, is required. Prerequisite: Civil and Environmental Engineering 530/Mechanical Engineering 524, or consent of instructor.

Grading Basis

Graded

Consent (Permission Number)

No Special Consent Required

Min Units

3

Max Units

3

Lecture

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