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Overview
Computational methods in structural analysis are of prime importance in industry as tools to assess the performance of structures in the field of aerospace, mechanical, civil, and biomedical engineering.
To design structures safely, engineers need to be able to predict their performance limits which often entails answering questions such as: when would damage appear? How much plastic deformation would there be? Where and how far would the crack grow? What are the structural responses after bucking? These questions go beyond the scope of linear elastic theories and linear modeling methods.
This Non-linear Modeling course at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) builds on the first course linear modeling and takes one step further. It delivers the skillsets in non-linear structural modeling & analysis using the non-linear Finite Element Method (FEM). The weekly lectures and practical sessions impart both theoretical knowledge on non-linear FEM and practical experience with the modeling pipeline of commercial FE software.
There will be optional online hangout sessions for the discussion of theories, exercises, assignments, etc. Professionals in many engineering sectors working on material & structural simulations will benefit from adding non-linear FEM to their skills array.
What you'll learn
- Understand and explain the theories of non-linear FEM, and use them to perform analytical work.
- Apply non-linear FEM to solve practical non-linear structural problems.
- Identify and employ efficient modelling techniques.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Types of nonlinearities; general form of a nonlinear finite element equation; demonstrate some common nonlinear solution methods; convergence criteria and common convergence issues
- The limitations of Newton type methods; arc-length method; start the theory of geometrical nonlinear FEM (fundamental concepts of continuum mechanics)
- Finish geometrical nonlinear FEM: finite element discretization of the weak form and derive the expressions of internal & external force vectors and tangent stiffness matrix; examples for truss, beam, and plate elements; buckling & post-buckling analysis
- Contact modeling: finite element weak form; penalty and Lagrange multiplier methods; some practical issues; exercise on a contact problem
- Plasticity: yield condition, flow rule, hardening, loading/unloading conditions, Prager's consistency condition, tangent modulus, return mapping algorithm
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
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Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Delft, Netherlands
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A relevant BEng or BSc degree in a subject closely related to the content of the course or specialized program in question, such as aerospace engineering, aeronautical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering or (applied) physics.
- Basic Structural Mechanics
- Structural Analysis & Buckling
- Vibrations
- Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
- Linear Modeling including relevant linear FEM experience
- In order to complete your admission process you will be asked to upload a valid copy of your passport or ID card.
The previous course, Linear Modeling, is highly recommended before taking this course. Working professionals who are already experienced with structural/stress analysis may choose to enroll directly in the Non-linear Modeling course.
Tuition Fees
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EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals900 EUR / full≈ 900 EUR / full
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