Advanced finite elements for mechanical and multi-field problems - prof. Carrera

The Finite Element Model is widely used in many engineering fields. The use of classical structural models may lead to inaccurate results, especially when advanced materials, such as composites or smart materials, are considered. This course introduces the use of refined Finite Element Models able to overcome the typical limitations of the classical formulations. The use of a unified approach, the Carrera Unified Formulation, will lead to a compact and general formulation. Then, the capabilities of these refined models will be employed and extended to mechanical, aerospace, and civil engineering as well as to multi-field analyses and bio-medical applications.
Course outlook:

• Introduction to the Finite Element Method
• Derivation of classical Finite Elements (1D/2D/3D)
• Introduction to the Carrera Unified Formulation
• Formulation of Advanced Finite Elements (1D/2D/3D)
• Introduction to the use of composite materials
• Component-wise and multi-scale methods
• Examples and applications
• Mechanical and aerospace engineering problems
• Extension to civil engineering
• Bio-medical applications
• Introduction to multi-field problems
• Finite element models for multi-field analysis
• Examples and applications

• Friday 16 November 2018 - from 9 to 12
• Thursday 22 November 2018 - from 9 to 13
• Friday 30 November 2018 - from 9 to 13
• Friday 7 December 2018 - from 9 to 13