Finite element analysis is a basic foundational topic that all engineering majors need to understand in order for them to be productive engineering analysts for a variety of industries. This book provides an introductory treatment of finite element analysis with an overview of the various fundamental concepts and applications. It introduces the basic concepts of the finite element method and examples of analysis using systematic methodologies based on ANSYS software. Finite element concepts involving one-dimensional problems are discussed in detail so the reader can thoroughly comprehend the concepts and progressively build upon those problems to aid in analyzing two-dimensional and three-dimensional problems. Moreover, the analysis processes are listed step-by-step for easy implementation, and an overview of two-dimensional and three-dimensional concepts and problems is also provided. In addition, multiphysics problems involving coupled analysis examples are presented to further illustrate the broad applicability of the finite element method for a variety of engineering disciplines.

The book is primarily targeted toward undergraduate students majoring in civil, biomedical, mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering and any other fields involving aspects of engineering analysis.

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Dr. Pidaparti received his Ph.D. degree in Aeronautics & Astronautics from Purdue University, West Lafayette and currently, he is a Professor and distinguished faculty scholar in the College of Engineering at the University of Georgia. Previously, he has been on the faculty at Virginia Commonwealth University as well as the Purdue University School of Engineering & Technology at Indianapolis. Dr. Pidaparti's research interests are in the broad areas of multidisciplinary design innovation, computational biomechanics and informatics, bioinspired materials and structures, and STEM education. Dr. Pidaparti has published over 300 technical papers in refereed journals and conference proceedings. He is a member of several professional societies including Fellow of American Association for the Advancement of Science;Fellow of Royal Aeronautical Society; Fellow of American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Associate Fellow of American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics; and member of American Society of Engineering Education.

Inhalt
Preface.- Introduction.- Mathematical Preliminaries.- Finite Element Analysis--Basics.- 1D Finite Element Analysis.- Truss, Beam, and Frame Analysis.- 1D FEA Using ANSYS.- 2D Finite Element Analysis.- 3D Finite Element Analysis.- Sample Project.- Bibliography.- Author's Biography.