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Book SynopsisAn introduction to the mathematical basis of finite element analysis as applied to vibrating systems. Finite element analysis is a technique that is very important in modeling the response of structures to dynamic loads and is widely used in aeronautical, civil, and mechanical engineering as well as naval architecture.
Trade Review"The contents of this work are very well organized, and Petyt (Univ. of Southhamption, UK) gradually introduces important concepts, making it a very useful theoretical reference." X. Le, Wentworth Institute of Technology
"The contents of this work are very well organized ... a very useful theoretical reference. ...Recommended." CHOICE
Table of Contents1. Formulation of the equations of motion; 2. Element energy functions; 3. Introduction to the finite element displacement method; 4. In-plane vibration of plates; 5. Vibration of solids; 6. Flexural vibration of plates; 7. Vibration of stiffened plates and folded plate structures; 8. Vibration of shells; 9. Vibration of laminated plates and shells; 10. Hierarchical finite element method; 11. Analysis of free vibration; 12. Forced response; 13. Forced response II; 14. Computer analysis technique.
