We'll look at why it's useful to split the body being analysed into small elements and the different elements types that can be used. We'll also cover the key concept behind the finite element method, ...

A preconditioning method for the finite element stiffness matrix is given in this paper. The triangulation is refined in a subregion; the preconditioning process is composed of resolution of two ...

SAE Transactions, Vol. 112, Section 6: JOURNAL OF PASSENGER CAR: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS JOURNAL (2003), pp. 2227-2237 (11 pages) Accurate quantification of welded or adhesive joints in automotive chassis ...