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This project report summarizes the application of the Finite Element Method (FEM) in structural engineering. FEM allows engineers to model and analyze complex structures by discretizing them into smaller elements. The report provides a brief history of FEM and outlines its use in fields like structural analysis, material science, aerospace engineering, and biomedical applications. It then describes the basic methodology of FEM, including problem formulation, discretization, assembly of equations, solution of the linear system, and post-processing. Finally, the report demonstrates a practical FEM application to a simple beam model and discusses the use of commercial FEM software packages to analyze more complex problems.

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This project report summarizes the application of the Finite Element Method (FEM) in structural engineering. FEM allows engineers to model and analyze complex structures by discretizing them into smaller elements. The report provides a brief history of FEM and outlines its use in fields like structural analysis, material science, aerospace engineering, and biomedical applications. It then describes the basic methodology of FEM, including problem formulation, discretization, assembly of equations, solution of the linear system, and post-processing. Finally, the report demonstrates a practical FEM application to a simple beam model and discusses the use of commercial FEM software packages to analyze more complex problems.

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Premier University

Department of Mathematics
Project Report on: Finite Element Method (FEM), Its Application in Structural Engineering.
[This Project Report is submitted for the partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Mathematics]
Name of the Supervisor

Dr. Haradhan Kumar Mohajan


Submitted By
Name: Engr.Md.Redwne-ul Hoque Name: Mustabin Sikder Tabin
ID No.: 2100521900042 ID No.: 0222220012203003
Program: M. Sc. in Mathematics Program: M. Sc. in Mathematics
Department of Mathematics Department of Mathematics
Premier University Premier University
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Introduction
FEM is a numerical technique that discretizes complex structural systems into smaller, interconnected elements, allowing us to
simulate and analyze the behavior of these systems under various loading conditions.
The history of the Finite Element Method (FEM) is a fascinating journey that spans multiple decades and involves contributions from
various fields of engineering, mathematics, and computer science. Here is a brief overview of the historical development of FEM:
Origins in Structural Mechanics (1940s - 1950s):
Pioneering Work (1950s - 1960s):
Expansion Across Disciplines (1960s - 1970s):
Commercial Software Development (1970s - 1980s):
Diversification and Advancements (1990s - Present):
Contemporary Applications:
Structural Engineering Applications:
FEM has had a profound impact on structural engineering. It is widely used for modeling and analyzing
complex structures, including bridges, buildings, and aerospace components. FEM allows engineers to
predict stress distribution, deformation, and failure modes, leading to safer and more efficient designs.

Materials Science:
Aerospace and Aeronautics:

Biomedical Engineering:

Environmental Sciences:
Mechanical Engineering:
Analytical Methodology

The Finite Element Method (FEM) is a numerical technique used to approximate solutions to partial
differential equations (PDEs) and has wide-ranging applications in engineering and science. Its methodology
involves several key steps:
Problem Formulation:
Identify the domain:
Discretization:
Create a mesh:
Assembly of Global Equations:
Solution of the Linear System:
Post-processing:
Validation and Verification:
Practical Application of FEM
Five elements are used to model the beam, as shown in Figure -1 which indicates the global
coordinates used. The machine is a discrete mass connected to the beam by an isolator.
Five-element, finite element model of
machine attached by isolator to fixed
pinned beam. The model has ten
degrees of freedom. (b) Relation
between local coordinates and global
coordinates for model
The local mass matrix for each element is

……...(c)
The global matrices are formed by
A steady-state solution is assumed as W = U sin 80t, which leads to
The steady-state approximation is plotted in Figure -2
COMMERCIAL SOFTWARE PACKAGES

 ABAQUS
 ADINA
 ALGOR
 ANSYS
 COSMOSWORKS
 MSC.NASTRAN
 Etc.
Conclusion
In this project we have done only basic FEM formation and its
application on a very small scale. With the help of Commercial
Software packages, we will be able to solve more complex problems
in three-dimensional problems with respect to time.

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