The boundary element method in enginering practice
Abstract
In order to eliminate the need for complex geometric definitions when working with three dimensional engineering problems, boundary element methods are presented which are applicable to a number of different common three dimensional engineering problems. Some of the general advantages of boundary element methods over domain methods in computer analysis and design are described, including simpler data preparation; greater accuracy in solving infinite or semi-infinite problems; more accurate results for stress and flux variables; and internal results for only the points where they are needed. Some representative applications of boundary element methods are: for thermo-elastic analysis; cathodic protection solutions; ideal elastoplasicity problems; tunnelling problems; time dependent heart transfer analysis; membrane vibrations; and free vibrations of a shear wall.
- Publication:
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Engineering Analysis
- Pub Date:
- March 1984
- Bibcode:
- 1984EngAn...1....3B
- Keywords:
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- Boundary Element Method;
- Computer Aided Design;
- Software Engineering;
- Cathodic Coatings;
- Elastoplasticity;
- Free Vibration;
- Heat Transfer;
- Thermoelasticity;
- Viscoplasticity;
- Engineering (General)