Finite Element Analysis of Solids and Structures

Book Details

• Publisher: CRC Press

• Author: Sudip S. Bhattacharjee

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st

• ISBN: 9780367437053

• Pages: 340

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches

About The Book
Finite Element Analysis of Solids and Structures by Sudip S. Bhattacharjee offers a comprehensive approach to understanding finite element analysis (FEA) as applied to solids and structural engineering. This book blends advanced analytical theory from the field of elasticity with practical applications of FEA methods, based on the author’s experience in automotive product development and civil structural analysis.

The book provides an equal focus on both the theoretical foundations of stress analysis and the numerical techniques used in finite element formulations. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the deformation behavior of finite elements, which directly impacts the quality of the analysis results. The text minimizes the time spent on hand calculations of property matrices, allowing more focus on software experimentation with different FEA formulations.

Key chapters in the book are dedicated to the use of FEA models in assessing engineering properties such as strength, fatigue, and structural vibration. It also offers a practical guide to learning FEA, with a series of problems that can be solved using FEA software packages, along with hand calculations for model validation.

This textbook is ideal for graduate-level courses in finite element analysis and is also a valuable reference for practicing engineers involved in the design, assessment, and analysis of solids and structures. It includes teaching ancillaries such as a solutions manual and lecture slides, making it a comprehensive resource for both students and instructors.