Statics and Influence Functions

Focusing on finite element methods, this revised edition serves engineering students and researchers by exploring numerical structural analysis grounded in fundamental mechanical and mathematical principles. It emphasizes the significance of influence functions in various analyses and introduces a novel one-click reanalysis technique for efficient structural modifications. Additionally, the book offers downloadable programs for solving the Poisson equation, 2-D elasticity, plate-bending issues, and planar frames, enhancing practical application and computational accuracy.