5.3 - Finite Element Methods (FEM)
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Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of using FEM?
💡 Hint: Consider the limitations of simpler methods.
Name two types of elements commonly used in FEM.
💡 Hint: Think about shapes in dimensional geometry.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary benefit of FEM over FDM?
💡 Hint: Consider different types of problems.
True or False: Shape functions must be nonlinear.
💡 Hint: Think of the types of polynomials used.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked to design a new bridge using FEM. Describe how you would set up the domain and apply FEM to analyze stress and strain within the structure.
💡 Hint: Think about the real-world applications of FEM in civil engineering.
Explain how you would evaluate the effectiveness of your FEM model by comparing it to analytical solutions.
💡 Hint: Consider why validation is important in modeling.
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