Finite Element Formulation and Solution of Contact-Impact Problems in Continuum Mechanics-II.

Abstract

Hertzian contact-impact problems are solved which demonstrate the veracity of the numerical algorithm employed. The importance of the impact and release conditions is emphasized. A methodology is developed for nonlinear contact/impact problems. The formulation is applicable to motor vehicle accident research.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA011103

Entities

People

  • Jerome L. Sackman
  • Robert L. Taylor
  • Thomas J. Hughes

Organizations

  • University of California, Berkeley

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accidents
  • Algorithms
  • Continuum Mechanics
  • Hazards
  • Mechanics
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Vehicles

Readers

  • Aviation Safety Risk Assessment.
  • Finite Element Method (FEM) for solving Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)