Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis

Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis: Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis is an advanced textbook which provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations and the implementation of the finite element method (FEM) in nonlinear solid and structural mechanics. It coversthe necessary theoretical background, including solution of nonlinear equations, time-marching schemes and elastoplasticity and large-deformation solid mechanics and the associated numerical algorithms. Additionally, fundamental topics pertaining to nonlinear structural analysis, such as corotational beam formulations and nonlinear force-based beam elements are presented in a detailed, step-by-step, fashion. This book is also accompanied by a website which hosts source codes and flow-charts for a standalone, nonlinear finite element analysis program.