Accession Number:

ADA139533

Title:

Some Thoughts on 3-D Isoparametric Elements.

Descriptive Note:

Structures note,

Corporate Author:

AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH LABS MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA)

Personal Author(s):

• Jones,R.
• Callinan,R. J.

Report Date:

1983-06-01

Pagination or Media Count:

15.0

Abstract:

With the increasing use of advanced fibre reinforced materials and the growing acceptance of damage tolerant design principles, three-dimensional finite element analysis is being used much more frequently. This paper presents some thoughts on the optimum use of three-dimensional isoparametric elements. Most commonly used element types are evaluated. Author

Descriptors:

• *Finite element analysis
• *Fiber reinforcement
• *Damage control
• Parametric analysis
• Three dimensional
• Life cycles
• Vibration
• Cracks
• Aspect ratio
• Australia

Subject Categories:

• Numerical Mathematics
• Mechanics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE