METHODS OF FINITE ELEMENTS IN MECHANICAL DESIGN B
cod. 18206

Academic year 2008/09
2° year of course - Second semester
Professor
Academic discipline
Progettazione meccanica e costruzione di macchine (ING-IND/14)
Field
Ambito aggregato per crediti di sede
Type of training activity
Hub-specific activity
36 hours
of face-to-face activities
4 credits
hub:
course unit
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Learning objectives

Teaching the potential of this analytical technique in the context of advanced structural applications. <br />
Students will develop an application for a specific theme. <br />

Prerequisites

Finite elements method in mechanical design A

Course unit content

Solid elements, formulation, 3D elements applications, shell elements and their applications, the finite element method for structural reliability, material and geometric non-linearity, the application of FEM to fracture mechanics, elastoplastic analysis, FEM applications in contact mechanics, thermo-mechanical analysis<br />
 

Full programme

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Bibliography

NAFEMS, A finite element primer, UK <br />
Course notes <br />

Teaching methods

Teaching methods: lessons, laboratory, specialist seminars <br />
Evaluation: oral presentation, and the compilation of a technical report on an application of the finite elements method. <br />

Assessment methods and criteria

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Other information

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