Rotationally invariant distortion resistant finite-elements.
Rotationally invariant distortion resistant finite-elements.
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DOI:
10.1016/j.cma.2014.02.016
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发表时间:
2014-06
影响因子:
7.2
通讯作者:
Timothy J. Cowan;W. Coombs
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作者:
Timothy J. Cowan;W. Coombs
The predictive capability of conventional iso-parametric finite-elements deteriorates with mesh distortion. In the case of geometrically non-linear analysis, changes in geometry causing severe distortion can result in negative Jacobian mapping between the local and global systems resulting in numerical breakdown. This paper presents a finite-element formulation that is resistant to irregular mesh geometries and large element distortions whilst remaining invariant to rigid body motion. The predictive capabilities of the family of finite-elements are demonstrated using a series of geometrically non-linear analyses including an elastic cantilever beam and an elasto-plastic double notched specimen.