A Graphics Oriented Interactive Finite Element Time Sharing Package (GIFTS),

Abstract

The report describes a general purpose analysis package (GIFTS) (Graphics oriented Integrated Finite element Time Sharing package) aimed primarily at ship structure design using the finite element method on a time-sharing system. Although the project was started with ship structures in mind, the concept has developed in such a manner as to offer a solution to other problems related to finite element analysis. The end product should provide a nationwide communication system between users enabling them to exchange data, results and programs with relative ease. The system acknowledges and uses some of the latest developments in computer technology, namely, time-sharing, inexpensive graphics terminals, and computer networks. It also may be used advantageously with mini-computers.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 25, 1973
Accession Number
AD0767330

Entities

People

  • H. A. Kamel
  • M. W. Mccabe

Organizations

  • University of Arizona

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Communication Systems
  • Computer Communications
  • Computer Networks
  • Computers
  • Computing Devices
  • Data Links
  • Data Transmission Systems
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Graphics
  • Networks
  • Terminals

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Systems Analysis and Design