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Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis

Finite elements are used to express the mechanical behaviour of a structure in finite element analysis. Therefore, the selection of the elements determines the quality of the analysis. The aim of this paper is to compare and contrast 1D element, 2D element, and 3D element used in finite element anal...

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Main Authors: Wai, Chee Mun, Rivai, Ahmad, Bapokutty, Omar
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Language:English
Published: 2013
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spelling my.utem.eprints.111312023-07-26T08:02:55Z http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/11131/ Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis Wai, Chee Mun Rivai, Ahmad Bapokutty, Omar Finite elements are used to express the mechanical behaviour of a structure in finite element analysis. Therefore, the selection of the elements determines the quality of the analysis. The aim of this paper is to compare and contrast 1D element, 2D element, and 3D element used in finite element analysis. A simple case study was carried out on a standard W460x74 I-beam. The I-beam was modelled and analyzed statically with 1D elements, 2D elements and 3D elements. The results for the three separate finite element models were compared in terms of stresses, deformation and displacement of the I-beam. All three finite element models yield satisfactory results with acceptable errors. The advantages and limitations of these elements are discussed. 1D elements offer simplicity although lacking in their ability to model complicated geometry. 2D elements and 3D elements provide more detail yet sophisticated results which require more time and computer memory in the modelling process. It is also found that the choice of element in finite element analysis is influence by a few factors such as the geometry of the structure, desired analysis results, and the capability of the computer. 2013 Conference or Workshop Item PeerReviewed application/pdf en http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/11131/1/Conference_ICMER.pdf Wai, Chee Mun and Rivai, Ahmad and Bapokutty, Omar (2013) Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis. In: 2nd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering Research (ICMER 2013), 1-4 July 2013, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. http://iopscience.iop.org/1757-899X/50/1
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description Finite elements are used to express the mechanical behaviour of a structure in finite element analysis. Therefore, the selection of the elements determines the quality of the analysis. The aim of this paper is to compare and contrast 1D element, 2D element, and 3D element used in finite element analysis. A simple case study was carried out on a standard W460x74 I-beam. The I-beam was modelled and analyzed statically with 1D elements, 2D elements and 3D elements. The results for the three separate finite element models were compared in terms of stresses, deformation and displacement of the I-beam. All three finite element models yield satisfactory results with acceptable errors. The advantages and limitations of these elements are discussed. 1D elements offer simplicity although lacking in their ability to model complicated geometry. 2D elements and 3D elements provide more detail yet sophisticated results which require more time and computer memory in the modelling process. It is also found that the choice of element in finite element analysis is influence by a few factors such as the geometry of the structure, desired analysis results, and the capability of the computer.
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author Wai, Chee Mun
Rivai, Ahmad
Bapokutty, Omar
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Rivai, Ahmad
Bapokutty, Omar
Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
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Rivai, Ahmad
Bapokutty, Omar
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title Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
title_short Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
title_full Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
title_fullStr Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
title_full_unstemmed Modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
title_sort modelling optimization involving different types of elements in finite element analysis
publishDate 2013
url http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/11131/1/Conference_ICMER.pdf
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