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MANE 6860 - Introduction to Nonlinear Finite Elements

Review of linear finite element concepts.  Nonlinear continuum mechanics of solids: finite strain and stress measures, total and updated Lagrangian approaches, variational methods - virtual work principle.  Non-linear finite element procedures: Incremental solution of nonlinear equations, Newton-Rephson method.  Finite elements for elasto-plasticity.  Finite elements for hyper-elasticity.  Contact of solids using finite elements.  Finite elements in dynamics.

Prerequisite: Prior knowledge of Finite Elements is necessary.

When Offered: SPRING ALTERNATE YEARS

Co-Listed: MANE 4860 .  Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and the co-listed course.

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3


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