ME 5474 - Energy Methods

Institution:

University of Wyoming

Subject:

ME

Description:

Introduction to variational calculus with applications in solid mechanics. The basic theorems of virtual work, minimum potential energy, and complementary energy are developed. Direct methods such as Castigliano's theorem as well as the approximate methods of Ritz and Galerkin are developed and used to obtain solutions for a variety of problems in solid mechanics. Prerequisite: ME 3010.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uwyo.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 766-1121

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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