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2‐D multiplane finite element technique for solving a class of 3‐D problems
Author(s) -
Pack Steven C.,
Mandel James A.
Publication year - 1983
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.1620190111
Subject(s) - finite element method , cable gland , mixed finite element method , elasticity (physics) , extended finite element method , class (philosophy) , element (criminal law) , computer science , mathematics , structural engineering , calculus (dental) , engineering , mechanical engineering , materials science , composite material , artificial intelligence , law , political science , medicine , dentistry
A finite element technique, for efficient solution of a class of 3‐D elasticity problems, is presented. In this method, standard 2‐D finite elements are used along with a ‘connector’ element. An element, previously used to model material interfaces, is shown to provide the properties for use as a ‘connector’ element, if input variables are redefined. The accuracy of the technique is illustrated with a sample solution.