Abstract: Boundary value problems posed over thin solids are often amenable to a dimensional reduction in that one or more spatial dimensions may be eliminated from the governing equation. One of the ...

Abstract: It is well recognized that 3D finite element analysis is inappropriate for analyzing thin structures such as plates and shells. Instead, a variety of highly efficient and specialized 2D methods ...

Abstract: Microfluidic devices exhibit a high-aspect ratio in that their channel-widths are much smaller than their overall lengths. High-aspect geometry leads to an unduly large finite element mesh, making ...

Abstract: Snap-fits are often preferred over other traditional methods of assembly since they reduce part count, assembly/disassembly time, and manufacturing cost. A typical simulation of a snap-fit assembly ...

Abstract: Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation provides fullfield variables, enabling a better understanding of flow physics and associated heat transfer. However, assumptions involved in CFD simulation should not affect ...

Abstract: Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation provides full-field variables, enabling a better understanding of flow physics and associated heat transfer. However, assumptions involved in CFD simulation should not affect ...

Abstract: Computer-based engineering analysis is now a routine process in virtual product design. However, when an object becomes slender, i.e., beam, plate, or shell like, 3D computational analysis is ...