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A simple and efficient finite element for plate bending
Author(s) -
Hughes Thomas J. R.,
Taylor Robert L.,
Kanoknukulchai Worsak
Publication year - 1977
Publication title -
international journal for numerical methods in engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.421
H-Index - 168
eISSN - 1097-0207
pISSN - 0029-5981
DOI - 10.1002/nme.1620111005
Subject(s) - finite element method , simple (philosophy) , bilinear interpolation , bending , displacement (psychology) , bending of plates , extended finite element method , mixed finite element method , simplicity , rotation (mathematics) , element (criminal law) , finite element limit analysis , structural engineering , mathematics , geometry , mathematical analysis , computer science , engineering , physics , psychology , philosophy , statistics , epistemology , political science , psychotherapist , quantum mechanics , law
Abstract A simple and efficient finite element is introduced for plate bending applications. Bilinear displacement and rotation functions are employed in conjunction with selective reduced integration. Numerical examples indicate that, despite its simplicity, the element is surprisingly accurate.