Computational Contact and Impact Mechanics: Fundamentals of Modeling Interfacial Phenomena in Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

by T.A. Laursen

Many physical systems require the description of mechanical interaction across interfaces if they are to be successfully analyzed. Examples in the engineered world range from the design of prosthetics in biomedical engi­ neering (e. g. , hip replacements); to characterization of the response and durability of head/disk interfaces in computer magnetic storage devices; to development of pneumatic tires with better handling characteristics and increased...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3540429069
• ISBN13: 9783540429067
• Release Date: February 2002
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.7" x 9.4"