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Finite Element Analysis Theory and Application with ANSYS, 3/E
Saeed Moaveni, Minnesota State University-Mankato

ISBN-10: 0131890808
ISBN-13: 9780131890800

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2008
Format: Cloth; 880 pp
Published: 03/27/2007

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For courses in Finite Element Analysis, offered in departments of Mechanical or Civil and Environmental Engineering.

 

While many good textbooks cover the theory of finite element modeling, this is the only text available that incorporates ANSYS as an integral part of its content. Moaveni presents the theory of finite element analysis, explores its application as a design/modeling tool, and explains in detail how to use ANSYS intelligently and effectively.

• Careful, balanced presentation of theory – Offers insight into the theoretical aspects of finite element analysis, and exercises caution to avoid overwhelming students with theory. Yet, enough theoretical background is offered to allow individuals to use ANSYS intelligently and effectively.  

 

• Integration of ANSYS throughout:

– Each chapter first discusses the relevant basic theory and then demonstrates it using simple problems with hand-calculations.

– Follows with examples that are solved using ANSYS.

 

• Discussions of various sources of error that can contribute to wrong results:

– Devotes a section, at the end of each selected chapter, to verifying ANSYS results.

– Emphasizes for students how to find suitable ways to verify Finite Element Analysis (FEA) findings.

 

• Open-ended design problems.

 

• A brief review of fundamental principles in solid mechanics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

 

• Mechanical and thermophysical properties of some common materials used in engineering – Covered in appendices.

• A list of objectives and a summary for each chapter.

 

 

• The use of Excel in solving simple finite element problems.

 

• A significant number of additional homework problems.

 

• The latest version of ANSYS incorporated throughout.

1. Introduction.


 2. Matrix Algebra.


 3. Trusses.


 4. Axial Members, Beams, and Frames.


 5. One-Dimensional Elements.


 6. Analysis of One-Dimensional Problems.


 7. Two-Dimensional Elements.


 8. More ANSYS.


 9. Analysis of Two-Dimensional Heat Transfer Problems.


10. Analysis of Two-Dimensional Solid Mechanics Problems.


11. Dynamic Problems.


12. Analysis of Fluid Mechanic Problems.


13. Three-Dimensional Elements.


14. Design and Material Selection.


15. Design Optimization.


Appendix A: Mechanical Properties of Some Materials.


Appendix B: Thermophysical Properties of Some Materials.


Appendix C: Properties of Common Area Shapes.


Appendix D: Properties of Structural Steel Shapes.


Appendix E: Conversion Factors.


Index.

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