Finite Element Modeling for Stress Analysis

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By Robert D. Cook

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Finite Element Modeling for Stress Analysis by Robert D. Cook provides essential insights into the practical application of finite element (FE) software for stress analysis. Unlike many texts focused purely on theory, this book emphasises the importance of understanding the underlying physics, element behaviour, and limitations of FE methods. It guides readers on how to critically assess and verify the correctness of computed results, addressing the risks of relying blindly on FE software as a black box.
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This book is ideal for engineering students, practising engineers, and professionals using finite element software who seek to deepen their understanding of stress analysis to ensure accurate and reliable modelling results.

Oriented toward those who will use finite elements (FE) rather than toward theoreticians and computer programmers. Emphasizes the behavior of FE and how to use the FE method successfully. Includes several examples of FE analysis--each one features a critique of the accuracy of the solutions. Contains end-of-chapter exercises and extensive advice about FE modeling.

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Most books discuss the theory and computational procedures of finite elements (FE). In the past, this was necessary, but today's software packages make FE accessible to users who know nothing of the theory or how FE works.

People are now using FE software packages as "black boxes", without knowing the dangers of poor modelling, the need to verify that results are reasonable, or that worthless results can be convincingly displayed. Therefore, it is important to understand the physics of the problem, how elements behave, the assumptions and restrictions of FE implementations, and the need to assess the correctness of computed results.

Finite Element Modeling for Stress Analysis by Robert D. Cook addresses these concerns, providing insight into effective FE use beyond mere computational execution.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780471107743

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 March 1995

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 261.0mm

Weight: 797g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Robert D. Cooke received his Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechancis from the University of Illinois in 1963. Since then he has been at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he is now a professor in the Department of Engineering Physics. His interests include stress analysis and finite element methods. In addition to the present book, he is author of Finite Element Modeling for Stress Analysis and Advanced Mechanics of Materials.

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