Boundary Element Programming in Mechanics [Paperback]

This 2002 text describes numerical implementation of boundary element methods for nonlinear analysis in solid mechanics.Nonlinear stress analysis (a branch of solid mechanics) is an essential feature in the design of such diverse structures as aircraft, bridges, machines, and dams. This book describes the numerical implementation of boundary element methods for nonlinear analysis in solid mechanics, in two and three dimensions. Sufficient background information on nonlinear mechanics and boundary element techniques is provided to enable the reader to understand the method. In addition, the authors have developed state-of-the-art BEM source code, available for the first time on a CD-ROM included with the book.Nonlinear stress analysis (a branch of solid mechanics) is an essential feature in the design of such diverse structures as aircraft, bridges, machines, and dams. This book describes the numerical implementation of boundary element methods for nonlinear analysis in solid mechanics, in two and three dimensions. Sufficient background information on nonlinear mechanics and boundary element techniques is provided to enable the reader to understand the method. In addition, the authors have developed state-of-the-art BEM source code, available for the first time on a CD-ROM included with the book.This monograph describes the application of boundary element methods (BEM) in solid mechanics, beginning with basic theory and then explaining the numerical implementation of BEM in nonlinear stress analysis. In addition, the authors have developed state-of-the-art BEM source code, available for the first time on a CD-ROM included with the book.Preface; Part I. Linear Problems: 1. Introduction; 2. Theory of elasticity; 3. Boundary integral equations for elasticity; 4. Numerical implementation; 5. The elastic program code; 6. Linear applications; Part II. Non-Linear Problems: 7. Rate-independent plasticity theory; 8. Boundary integral equations in elasto-plasticity; 9. Numeril3&