Finite Element Analysis of 1D Elements

The finite element analysis is a numerical method for solving problems of engineering and mathematical physics. The course deals with problems from the area which includes structural analysis, heat transfer, fluid flow, mass transport, electromagnetic potential, topology optimization, modal analysis, transient analysis etc. after completion of this course student are able to perform static structural analysis, modal analysis and thermal analysis.

Pre-Requisites: Mechanics of materials, Static and dynamic failure theories ,CAD-CAM, MATLAB, Engineering Graphics

After successful completion of course, student will be able to

1. Apply fundamentals of FEA for finite element formulation

2. Interpret results of FEA and make an assessment in terms of discretization and numerical error

3. Analyze the structural member to obtain results for displacement, stress, temperature and modal analysis

4. Evaluate and compare results of finite element analysis by application of FEA software

Engineering Graduates will be able to:

1. Analyse the real life problems in the field of Mechanical engineering including Design, Thermal and Manufacturing and develop appropriate solutions using modern tools

2. Apply acquired professional skills, project management abilities and hands on experience in mechanical engineering and allied areas

Finite Element Method (FEM) refers mostly to complex mathematical procedures used in your favorite solver. Think about it like a theory manual, lots of equations and mathematics. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is usually used in the context of applying FEM to solve real engineering problems. The finite element method is a widely used method for numerically solving differential equations arising in engineering and mathematical modeling. Typical problem areas of interest include the traditional fields of structural analysis, heat transfer, fluid flow, mass transport, and electromagnetic potential.