2.2 - Use in FEM
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Practice Questions
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What is FEM?
💡 Hint: Think about how complex shapes can be divided!
What does the Principle of Potential Energy imply?
💡 Hint: Remember the balance of forces in energy terms!
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What does FEM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what each word means in terms of analysis!
Is the Principle of Potential Energy applicable in FEM?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy balances relate to equilibrium!
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A horizontal beam of length L is subjected to a load at its midpoint. Explain how you'd model this using FEM and derive the stiffness matrix for a bar element.
💡 Hint: Consider the basics of elongation under load to derive the corresponding equations!
Consider a dam as a plane strain problem. Describe how you would utilize FEM to analyze the structural integrity, including applicable elements.
💡 Hint: Think about how forces act in the long direction of the dam structure!
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