The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Fourth Edition

The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Fourth Edition

Publisher:   Butterworth-Heinemann
Number Of Pages:   688
Publication Date:   2004-12-06
Sales Rank:   544356
ISBN / ASIN:   0750678283
EAN:   9780750678285
Binding:   Hardcover
Manufacturer:   Butterworth-Heinemann
Studio:   Butterworth-Heinemann
Average Rating:   4

Finite Element Analysis is an analytical engineering tool developed in the 1960's by the Aerospace and nuclear power industries to find usable, approximate solutions read.freeduan.com to problems with many complex variables. It is an extension of derivative and integral calculus, and uses very large matrix arrays and mesh diagrams to calculate stress points, movement of loads and forces, and other basic physical behaviors. Students will find in this textbook a thorough grounding of the mathematical principles underlying the popular, analytical methods for setting up a finite element solution based on those mathematical equations. It quickly bridges that knowledge to a host of real-world applications--from structural design, to problems in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. Professional engineers will benefit from the introduction to the many useful applications of finite element analysis, and will gain a better understanding of its limitations and special uses.

New to this edition:
· New sections added on the assemblage of element equations, and an important new comparison between finite element analysis and other analytical methodsshowing advantages and disadvantages of each
· Updated solutions manual available
· Improved sample and end-of-chapter problems

* The only book to provide a broadoverview of the underlying principles of finite element analysis and where it fits into the larger context of other mathematically based engineering analytical tools.
* New sections added on the assemblage of element equations, and an important new comparison between finite element analysis and other analytical methods, showing the advantages and disadvantages of each.
* New Companion website that will host usable finite element programs and sample engineering problems, as well as a Solutions Manual for end-of-chapter problems.

 
Review:

For self study

I purchased this book for self-study of the finite element method. I had a natural vibrations problem of a curved-beam under rotation (for a wind turbine) and I had no experience in finite elements so I looked at several texts (Bathe, Huebner, Zienkiewicz). For many reasons I picked this book. It was very easy to read, and the organization was amenable to my learning style. The author provides information at just the right moment when you need it, such as different numerical methods for solving these problems. And when you need further details, the reference list is right there for you. His description of the overall formulations, such as variational methods, are very clear and simple, especially if you have been trying to understand these by looking at other texts. And then he segues very well into the application with the finite elements.

The first topic I looked at in this book was the derivation of the space frame element, which was exactly what I needed for my vibrations problem. This derivation was in the middle of the text and I was able to understand the development without having to review previous sections. The programs are also very handy, even if they are written in old FORTRAN. I will definitely look at Rao's other books in the future.

Review:

worst text book I ever had

The title says it all. I found the one by Reddy a much better choice.

Review:

This book is not well organised

The book is not well organise, and cotains a lot of mistakes. For example, in Chapter 5, the author starts with membrane plate element, switch to 3D solid mechanics, come back to plate bending element again, and finally go on to talk about free vibration problem in rod! Trying to figure out the motivation of each chapter is a pain in the neck.

Review:

An excellent text book

This book by Dr. S.S. Rao has many COMPLETE programs, a significant departure from all those books which tell you the easy part of the program and leave the rest as an "exercise for the reader". The references provided at the end of each chapter are alone worth the price of this book.

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