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Nonlinear Structural Dynamics Using FE Methods emphasises fundamental mechanics principles and outlines a modern approach to understanding structural dynamics.
List of contents
Notation; Introduction; Part I. Mechanics and Models: 1. Dynamics of simple elastic systems; 2. Dynamics of discretized systems; 3. Modeling elastic structures; 4. Modeling applied loads; 5. Computational methods; Part II. Dynamic Analyses: 6. Modal analysis of large systems; 7. Vibration of rods and beams; 8. Vibration of plates and shells; 9. Wave propagation; 10. Stability of motion; Project level problem set; References; Index.
About the author
James F. Doyle is Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. His main area of research is in experimental mechanics with an emphasis impact, wave propagation, and structural dynamics. Special emphasis is placed on solving inverse problems through integrating experimental methods with finite element based methods. He is a dedicated teacher and pedagogical innovator. He is a recipient of the Frocht Award for Teaching and the Hetenyi Award for Research, both from the Society for Experimental Mechanics, of which he is also a Fellow. This is his sixth book in the area of mechanics and structures.
Summary
This book will be useful to students and practising engineers, giving them a richer understanding of their trade and accelerating learning on new problems. Independent workers will find access to advanced topics presented in an accessible manner.
