CIVL-6670

Nonlinear Finite Element Methods

The formulations and solution strategies for finite element analysis of nonlinear problems are developed. Topics include the sources of nonlinear behavior (geometric, constitutive, boundary condition), derivation of the governing discrete equations for nonlinear systems such as large displacement, nonlinear elasticity, rate independent and dependent plasticity and other nonlinear constitutive laws, solution strategies for nonlinear problems (e.g., incrementation, iteration), and computational procedures for large systems of nonlinear algebraic equations. (Cross listed as MANE-6670. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and MANE-6670.) Prerequisite: CIVL-6660 or MANE-6660. Fall term odd-numbered years.

3 credit hours