ISSN:
0029-5981
Keywords:
Engineering
;
Engineering General
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Mathematics
,
Technology
Notes:
The following paper describes the incorporation of different constraints into a finite element system by means of matrix operators in conjunction with consecutive corresponding transformations. Instead of increasing the number of equations-as e.g. the Lagrange Multiplier Method10, 14 does-the Matrix Operator Method yields a set of reduced magnitude which can be solved more efficiently. The method will be developed for two classes of constraints: (i) stiff coupling of previously known subdomains and (ii) contact problem between two bodies. The assembly rules to obtain the system matrices are deduced. An application is given by a three-dimensional example of structural analysis in mechanical engineering.
Additional Material:
6 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/nme.1620310507
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