Advanced Solid Mechanics

Module code: EG7037

Module co-ordinator: Prof Jinghze Pan

Finite element analysis is now routinely used in industry to virtually test various design ideas. Stress engineers, a new kind of engineering professional, are headhunted by all major engineering companies. This module prepares you for this new and demanding field.

Topics covered

  • General framework for computational stress analysis
  • Fundamental elements of stress analysis: equilibrium, compatibility, constitutive law, boundary conditions
  • Variational formulation for stress analysis, including virtual work and minimum potential energy principles
  • Finite element method: piece-wise approximation and stiffness matrix, linear finite element analysis, linear elastic analysis, fracture mechanics
  • Nonlinear finite element analysis, nonlinear elasticity, plasticity, contact mechanics
  • Time-dependent finite element analysis, including viscoelasticity and creep

Learning

  • Eleven one-hour lectures
  • Eleven two-hour practicals

Assessment

  •  Exam, two hours (100%)

 


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