Finite Elements: Computational Engineering Sciences

By A.J. Baker

Approaches computational engineering sciences from the perspective of engineering applications Uniting theory with hands-on computer practice, this book gives readers a firm appreciation of the error mechanisms and control that underlie discrete approximation implementations in the engineering sciences. Key features: Illustrative examples include heat conduction, structural mechanics, mechanical vibrations, heat transfer with convection and radiation, fluid mechanics and heat and mass transport Takes a cross-discipline continuum mechanics viewpoint Includes Matlab toolbox and .m data files on a companion website, immediately enabling hands-on computing in all covered disciplines Website also features eight topical lectures from the author's own academic courses It provides a holistic view of the topic from covering the different engineering problems that can be solved using finite element to how each particular method can be implemented on a computer. Computational aspects of the method are provided on a companion website facilitating engineering implementation in an easy way.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1119940508
• ISBN13: 9781119940500
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 9.8"