3.00 Credits
Dynamic analysis of flexible structures, elasticity and Green’s strain tensor, partial differential equations. Variational mechanics, Hamilton’s principle, energy methods, eigenvalue and forced response problems, separation of variables. Approximate solution techniques: collocation methods, Rayleigh-Ritz, finite element method. Applications in beam-cable structures, rotordynamics and composite materials. (Same as Biomedical Engineering 565 and Mechanical Engineering 565).Cross-listed: (See Mechanical Engineering 565.)Recommended Background: 321 and 463.