Biparabolic isoparametric shell element : (a version of Ahmad element)

(1979) Biparabolic isoparametric shell element : (a version of Ahmad element). Masters thesis, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals.

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The element is developed based on the degeneration concept, in which the displacements and slopes of the shell mid-surface are independent variables with a penalty function imposition. Biparabolic interpolation is employed in conjunction with a reduced integration for evaluating the element properties. With the six degrees of freedom formulation, this element can ben used for kinked shell problems. The element is tested to demonstrate its accuracy and versatility. The numerical examples indicate that the developed element perfroms accurately for both thick and thin shell structures. This element is capable of analyzing kinked shell structures and also representing deep beam and membrane structures.

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Subjects: Civil Engineering
Department: College of Design and Built Environment > Civil and Environmental Engineering
Committee Advisor: Tewfik, Munir
Committee Members: Baluch, Mohammad H. and Voyiadjis, George Z.
Depositing User: Mr. Admin Admin
Date Deposited: 22 Jun 2008 13:45
Last Modified: 01 Nov 2019 13:49
URI: http://eprints.kfupm.edu.sa/id/eprint/9623