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College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Contributors
Publisher
Florida Atlantic University
Date Issued
1984
Description
The finite element method is widely used in many areas of
engineering and applied science, including structures, fluids, heat
transfer, and electromagnetism. Several commercial programs exist
which have extensive capabilites in these areas, but they usually
require special training and mainframe computers to use. This creates
a series of problems in an engineering organization because of the
inefficiencies of timeshared computer systems and remote processing.
These problems result in poor productivity of the analyst.
This work demonstrates the feasibility of using a desktop
microcomputer to perform finite element structural analysis. A program
is developed which is capable of solving two-dimensional linear static
problems using truss, beam and plane stress elements. The program
includes extensive pre- and post-processing capabilities and graphic
displays. It allows problems with up to 500 degrees-of-freedom to be
solved within a few hours and requires only about one-half hour of
instruction to use. The program theory, a user's manual, and
verification problems are presented.
engineering and applied science, including structures, fluids, heat
transfer, and electromagnetism. Several commercial programs exist
which have extensive capabilites in these areas, but they usually
require special training and mainframe computers to use. This creates
a series of problems in an engineering organization because of the
inefficiencies of timeshared computer systems and remote processing.
These problems result in poor productivity of the analyst.
This work demonstrates the feasibility of using a desktop
microcomputer to perform finite element structural analysis. A program
is developed which is capable of solving two-dimensional linear static
problems using truss, beam and plane stress elements. The program
includes extensive pre- and post-processing capabilities and graphic
displays. It allows problems with up to 500 degrees-of-freedom to be
solved within a few hours and requires only about one-half hour of
instruction to use. The program theory, a user's manual, and
verification problems are presented.
Language
Type
Form
Extent
133 p.
Subject (Topical)
Identifier
14225
Additional Information
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Thesis (M.S.E.)--Florida Atlantic University, 1984.
FAU Electronic Theses and Dissertations Collection
Date Backup
1984
Date Text
1984
Date Issued (EDTF)
1984
Extension
FAU
FAU
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IID
FADT14225
Issuance
monographic
Organizations
Attributed name: Florida Atlantic University
Attributed name: College of Engineering and Computer Science
Attributed name: Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering
Person Preferred Name
SCHWEET, RICHARD RAYMOND.
Graduate College
Physical Description
133 p.
application/pdf
Title Plain
DEVELOPMENT OF A TWO-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR STATIC FINITE ELEMENT PROGRAM FOR A DESKTOP MICROCOMPUTER
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Origin Information
1984
monographic
Boca Raton, Fla.
Florida Atlantic University
Physical Location
Florida Atlantic University Libraries
Place
Boca Raton, Fla.
Sub Location
Digital Library
Title
DEVELOPMENT OF A TWO-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR STATIC FINITE ELEMENT PROGRAM FOR A DESKTOP MICROCOMPUTER
Other Title Info
DEVELOPMENT OF A TWO-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR STATIC FINITE ELEMENT PROGRAM FOR A DESKTOP MICROCOMPUTER