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Providing a systematic approach and simple introduction ot the finite element method, this self-contained book will enable the reader to obtain a clear understanding of the concepts involved in this traditionally complicated methodology.

Introduction Finite Element Method

1. Introduction.
2. Matrix Algebra.
3. Direct Approach.
4. Strong and Weak Formulations - One-dimensional Heat Flow.
5. Gradient - Gauss' Divergence Theorem - Green Theorem.
6. Strong and Weak Forms - Two-and Three-Dimensional Heat Flow.
7. Choice of Approximating Functions for the FE-method - Scalar Problems.
8. Choice of Weight Function - Weighted Residual Methods.
9. FE-formulation of One-Dimensional Heat Flow.
10. FE-formulation of Two-and-Three Dimensional Heat Flow.
11. Guidelines for Element Meshes and Global Nodal Numbering.
12. Stresses and Strains.
13. Linear Elasticity.
14. FE-formulation of Torsion and Non-circular Shafts.
15. Approximating Functions for the FE-method - Vector Problems.
16. FE-formulation of Three-and-Two Dimensional Elasticity.
17. FE-formulation of Beams.
18. FE-formulation of Plates.
19. Isoparametric Finite Elements.
20. Numerical Integration.