E-raamat: Finite Element Analysis In Heat Transfer: Basic Formulation & Linear Problems

The series was formerly titled Series in Computational Methods in Mechanics and Thermal Sciences. An introductory text that presents the applications of the finite element method to the analysis of heat conduction and convection problems. Only linear problems are considered, and all of the basic instruments are provided to allow readers to understand the finite element procedures dealing with the solution of complex laminar and turbulent fluid flow problems. Assumes only a basic knowledge, at the undergraduate engineering level, of linear algebra, calculus, and Fortran programming. Several examples of the computer code are included both in the text and in the accompanying disk. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

This introductory text presents the applications of the finite element method to the analysis of conduction and convection problems. The book is divided into seven chapters which include basic ideas, application of these ideas to relevant problems, and development of solutions. Important concepts are illustrated with examples. Computer problems are also included to facilitate the types of solutions discussed.