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A simple and efficient element for axisymmetric shells
Author(s) -
Zienkiewicz O. C.,
Bauer J.,
Morgan K.,
Onate E.
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.1620111006
Subject(s) - rotational symmetry , simple (philosophy) , finite element method , element (criminal law) , shear (geology) , point (geometry) , geometry , deformation (meteorology) , simple shear , structural engineering , mathematics , mechanics , engineering , physics , materials science , composite material , philosophy , epistemology , political science , law
A two noded, straight element which includes shear deformation effects is presented and shown to be extremely efficient in the analysis of axisymmetric shells. A single point of numerical integration is essential for its success when applied to thin shells where the results compare favourably with those achieved with more complex curved elements.