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(1) Finiie Element Analysis by P- Seshu & A'D Btlegirr-'du u?.|Firtte Dlemer'ts in Engineering b;'T'R' Chandrr'rpatrla

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Mechanical Engineering Subject: Finite Element Method Max. Marks: B0 Answer the following questions, Assume data suitably, if

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missing.

Min. Marks: 2g Time: 3 hrs

.Q:1. With a suitable example explain the formulation of finite eiement equations by direct approach. Assume suitabie data for the example. Use 1-D analysis.

Or

Determine the circumference of a circle of radius 'r' using the basic principles of finite eiement method

[14]

Q.2. For the plane truss shown in Fig. 1, transform the element stiffness matrix of each element into global reference frame and assemble the global stiffness matrix. Determine the deflection of node 2 in global co-ordinate system and stresses in each element. For both elements, Area =0.5 sq. inch, E = 30 x 106 psi.

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or

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Q.3. Derive the quadratic shape functions in terms of natural co-ordinates mapped between -1 to +1 and 0 one dimensional element. Write a note on compatibility and completeness requirements.

or

[I4)

Derive the strain displacement relation matrix from the first principles of a triangle element. Estimate the shape functions of a triangular element at the point P(22,44) of a CST with the coordinates 1(0,0), 2{46,8) and 3(18,62). All dimensions are in mm.

pz{.

Derive the shape functions for 2 - Q isg-lqgIlgfic four noded quadrilateral elements in terms of Global, Local and natural coordinates. Or [r4] problems. Derive the Jacobean matrix f or 2D axis symmetric

Q,6. Derivethe stiffness matrix for plane str-e5 condition using linear triangular elements. Ar Derive the ls;1ajt1$tpe functions for 1-D, 2 noded beam elements from first principle

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lumpecl mass

#y{O,tturentiate between consisientmass mairix anci iurnped mass mairix and derive an expression for
for one dimensional bar element.
Explain

tto' the importan.. of consideration of *"ignlrtin one Gaussian qu.dr.,rru formula?

Evaluate

*nu

following integral using two point sampling formulation of G-L-Q.

B=

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Mechanical Engineering Subject: Finite Element Method Max. Marks: 80 Answer the foliowing questions, Assume data suitably, if missing.

Min. Marks: 28 Time: 3 hrs.

'/' ,\fiiscuss briefly the various steps involved in FEA. Figure 1a depicts a tapered elastic bar subjected to an applied tensile load p :- at one end and attached to a fixed support at the other end, The cross-sectional area varies linearly from Ao at the fixed
support at x = 0 to Aa /2 at x = L. Calculate the displacement of the end of the bar (ilby using three bar elements of equal length and similarly evaluating the area at the rnidpoint of each, and {ii} using integration to obtain the exact solution. ' Compare the results;

Or

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A shaft is made of three parts as shown in Figure 1b. Parts AB and CD are made of the same material with modulus of rigidity of 9.8 X 103 ksi, and each has a diameter of 1.5 in. Segment BC is made of material with a rnodulus of rigidity of 11.2X 103 ksi and has a diameter of 1 in. The shaft is fixed at both ends. A torque of 2400 lb-in is applied at C. Using three elements, deterrnine the angle of twist at B and C and the torsional reactions at the boundaries,
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a.zr%r the truss shown in Fig. 2, 0r = 45o and

02 = 0o,

transform the element stiffness matrix of each element into global

reference frame and assemble the global stiffness matrix.

or

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Explain in brief the weighted residual methods, Use Galerkin's method of weighted residuals to obtain a one-term approximation to the solution of the differential equation t

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Q.3. Derive the quadratic shape functions in terms of natural co-ordinates mapped between -L to +1 and 0 to dimensional element. Write a note on compatibility and completeness requirements.

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The circular rod depict"ed in Figure 3 has an outside diameter of 60 mm, length of 1m, and is perfectly insulated on its circumference. The left half of the cylinder is aluminum, for which k* = 200 W/m-'C and the right half is copper having k* =389 Wm-"C. The extreme right end of the cylinder is maintained at a temperature of 80"C, while the left end is subjected to a heat input rate 4000 Wlm 2. Using four equal-length elements, determine the steady-state temperature distribution in the

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cylinder.

+.9{riue the shape functions in natural co-ordinates for any one of the following St
i. Linear quadrilateral elements. ii. Linear triangular elements.

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,Or [14] Using two dimensional triangular elements, the temperature distribution in a fin is modeled as shown in Figure 4. What is the value of the temperature at X = 2.15 cm and Y = L.1cm? Determine the components of temperature gradients for this element. Also determine the location of 70 "C and 75 "C.

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stiffness matrix for plane stress condition using linear triangular elements.

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Consider an overhang frame as shown in Figure 5. The frame is rnade of steel, with E = 30 deformation of thy'frame under the given distributed load.

lb/in2, Determine the

Q.6. Usingtwo equal-length finite elements, determine the natural frequencies of the circular shaft as shown in Figure 6,

Write short notes on Gauss-Legendre's quadra,ulu. furf

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Examination Nov - Dec 2010

Mechanical Engineering Subject: Finite Element Method Max. Answer the followins questions. Assume data suitablv. if

missinq. Q.1al Discuss in brief the difference between FEM, FVM and FDM.
Or

Marks:8O

Min. Marks: 28
Time: 3 hrs
t6)

b] A system of three linearly elastic springs supporting three equalweights, W, suspended in a vertical plane is (10) shown in fig. 1. Treating the springs as finite elements, find the vertical displacement of each

weight.

Calculate the elongation of the end of a circular linearly tapering bar subjeeted to an axial load P as well as self (10) weight as shown in fig. 2. Assume three bar elements of equal length for modeling the bar. Q.2 al The members of the truss shown in fig.3 have a cross-section of 2.3 in2 and are made of aluminum alloy (E= 10'O X 106 lb/in2). Deterrnine the deflection of point A, stress in each member and the reaction forces using FE approach. (10)

Ar
A wall of an industrial oven consists of three different materials. The first layer is composed of 5 crn of insulating cement with a clay binder that has a thermal conductivity of 0.08Wm.K. The second layer is made from L5 cm of 6-ply asbestos board with a thermal conductivity of O.A74 W/m.K. The exterior consists of 10 cm comrnon brick with a thermal conductivity of 0.72 Wm.K. The inside wall temperature of the oven is 200oC, and the outside air is 30oC with a convection coefficient of 4O W/mz.K. Determine the temperature distribution along the composite

wall.

(10)
(6)
(B) 1'1,

bl Give a comparative mathematicaltreatment on weighted residual methods.

Q.3 al Derive the shape functions of quadratic quadrilateral elements'

b] Two dimensional triangular elernents are used tc determine the stress distribution in a machine part and their corresponding positions and nodal stresses are shown in fig. 4. What is the value of stress at x=2.15 cm and Y = (8) cm. Determine the location of constant-stress lines for stress values of 8.0 GPa and 7.7 GPa.

Or A two-dimensional triangular plane stress element made of steel, with modulus of elasticity E=200 GPa and poisson's ratio p=6,32 is shown in fig" 5. The element is 3mm thick and the co-ordinates of the nodes are given in (8) cm. Determine the stiffness and load matrices under the given

conditions.

e.4

Derive the conductance matrices and load matrices for two dimensional conduction problems using bilinear

rectanguiar

element.

(16) Or

(8) al Explain (any two) briefly i. lso-parametric elements. ii. Different co-ordinate systems. iv. Compatibility and completeness requirements of interpolation functions. iii. Geometric isotropy.

bl Evaluate the integral t

=it*,
2

+3x + Z)dx using Gauss-Legendre two point sampling

formula'
(16)

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Explain the finite element formulation of beam elements with two degrees of freedom at each node using hermite

functions.
Or

in fig. 6 and Find the natural frequencies of the longitudinal vibrations of the constrained stepped shaft as shown (16) compare the results obtained uslng lumped and consistent mass matrix approach.

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Subiect: Finite Element Methods Branch : Mechanical Engineering

Time: Three Hours

Max. Marks: 80 Min. Pass Marks: 28

NOTE: Aftempt any five guesfrbns. Assume suitable data if required.

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(a) Find the stiffness matrix for the simple beam element of span L, moment of lnertia modulus of elasticity E.

(10)

(b) Determine the values

of (i)

Lr3 Lz dA

and (ii) Lt'Lr'Ls2 dA

(06)

,Q2 Discuss in brief (a) Element shapes with neat sketches, and

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',Coord inate systems

(08) (08)

.A.\ A3 Determine /'\ /- runcilons. Ij

'system.

the shape functions for the Constant Strain Triangle (CST). Use polynomial
(16)

Q4 Determine the shape function foi'a 4 noded

rectangular element. Use natural ccordinate

(16)

Q5 A set of springs connected together as shown below is subjected to some axial load of
1O

kN, 20 kN at node points 1 ans 4, Determine the displacements of node 1 ,2 and 4.

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kt{lrrr

20$0
gl} 'kl,l

kN./er'

fig"

(16)

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moments in a simply supported beam subjected to uniformly distributed load over entire span. Find the deflection and moment at midspan and exact soluiicns.
(16)

Using Rayleigh-Ritz method determine the expressions for the deflection and bending

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(16)

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Qg (a) Write in brief about coordinate

transformation. elements.

(Og)

(b) Write about lsoparametric, superparametric and subparametric

(08)

Q9 A beam of length 10 m, fixed at one end and supported by roller at the other end carries
a 20 kN concentrated load at the center of the span. By taking the modulus of elasticity of
material as 200 GPa and moment of inertia as 24 x (i) Deflection under load (ii) Shear force and bending moment at mid span (iii) Reactions at support
(16)
10-06 ma,

determine

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B. Tech. (Seventh Semester) Examlnation (Nov-Dec) 2009

Code: ME09715

Subject: Finite Element Methods

Branch : Mechanical Engineering

Time: Three Hours

Max. Marks: 80 Min. Pass Marks: 28

NorE: Attempt any five quesfrbns. Assume suitabte data if required.

Ql

Find stiffness matrix for a two nodded element having one node of a beam element and the other node as combination of bar and beam element. (a) Classify element shapes with neat freehand sketches. What is the differen.Lagrange and Serendipity family of elements?

Q2

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(08)

(b) Write general form of two and three dimensional Polynomial shape function. Express them upto cubic element terms by a triangle and tetrahedron. (08) Find shape function for a two nodded element having one node of a bar element and other node of a beam element.
(16)

Q3

a bar of uniform cross section due to self weight only when suspended vertically using three and four terms for the approximating
polynomial. verify the expressions for total extension with exact value.
(16)

Q4

Determine the displacement and stress in

Q5

A thin steel plate of uniform thickness 1 inch and total length 24 inch is

suspended

vertically. The upper part of plate is having uniform width of 5.25 inch and lower part is having uniform width of 3.75 inch. Upper and lower parts are of equal lengths of 12 inch each. young,s modulus E = 30 x 106 lb/inz and weight density p = 0.2g36 lb/in3. ln addition to its self weight, the plate is subjected to point loads P = 100 lb at its mid point and e 50 lb at lower end. Analyze = the plate after modeling it with two elements. Find the global stiffness matrix,

stresses in each

element and support reactions.

(16)

A triangular truss ABC having hinge support at A and roller support at B, supporls a vertical downward load of 150 kN at C. The members AC and BC are equally inclineci to base
horizontal member AB. The member AB is of length 800 mm with area of cross section 1S00 mm?. The vertical height of the truss is 400 mm. Both members AC and AB have cross sectionat

Q6

area of 2000 mm2. Taking E = 200 GPa, determine the nodal displa""*5rf,, and the stresses in each member.
(16)

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A beam of length 10 m, fixed at one end and supported by a roller at the other end carries a 20 kN concentrated load at midspan. Taking E = 200 GPa and I 24 x 10-06 ma; determine =

Q7 '

(i) Deflection under load (ii) Shear force and bending moment at mid span (iii) Reactions at supports.
(16)

Q8

Discuss in brief:

(i) (ii) (iii) (iv)

Coordinate Transformation Basic Theorems of lsoparametric concept

LinearConstitutiveEquations
Types of NaturalCoordinates
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Subject: Finite Element Methods

Branch : Mechanical Engineering Tirne: Three Hours Max. Marks:80 Min. Pass Marks: 28
NOTE: Attempt any five guesfions. Assume suitable data if required.

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QA-z

Explain the terms 'Plane Stress' and

'

Plane Strain' problems. Give constitutive laws for

(16)

these cases.

By direct stiffness matrix approach, determine stiffness matrix for truss element

(r6)

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{a) Derive the expressions for natural eoordinates for a two nodded element in terms of

when range is -1 lo 1@7 {08}

(b) integrate the following over the entire length I of the element t^ (i) [ L1'dx 1,3[-" dx

(ii) J

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LJsing generalized coorejinate approaeh,

find shape functions for two noddecl bar

truss

elernent.
(161

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funetierns for

(i) (ii) QG

Three noded bar element

Five noded bar element (16)

Determine strain displacement matrix for CST element. (16)

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Assemble equations of equilibrium for the spring system shown below by direct appro'ach:

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(16)

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Derive the expression for consistent load vector due to self weight in a CST element. (16) Discuss in brief:

(i) (ii)

Coordinate Transformation
Basic Theorems of lsoparametric

concept
(16)

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B.Tech. ($eventh Semester) Examination (Nov-Dec) 200g

Code: ME087/5

Subject: Finite Element Methods

B ran c h : Mechanical Engineering

Tirne: Three Hours

Max. Marks:80 Min. Pass Marks: ZB

data if required,

NorE: Attempt any five questions. Assume suitabte

Q{

Derive the equations of equilibrium in case of a three dimensional stress system. (16)

Q2

Determine the shape functions for 4 noded rectangular elernent. Use natural coordinate system. {16}

U*ing Rayleigh-Ritz nreihcd dcterr.nlne th* expresei*ns for defisciion ..eii"id_bending n"iaments in e slmpty supp*rted bee"m subject*d t* unifarmly <tristributed load over entire span: Find the deflection and moment at midspan and compare with exact solutions.
{16}

Q3

The thin steel plate shown in figure has a uniform thickness t = 1 in., young,s modulus 130 x 106 psi, and lveight density p = 0"2836 lb/in.3. ln addition E to its self weight, the olate is
subjected

Q4

to a point lciad F = 100|b atits.midpoint. {i) Modelthe plate with two finite etenrents.

(ii) Write down expressions for the

element

t
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stiffness matrices and element body force vectors. (iii) Assemble the structural stiffness matrix K end
global load vector F. {iv) Evaluate the global displacement vector 6. {v} Determine the stresses in each element. (vi) Find the reaction force at the support.

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The elements of four bar truss shown in figure has Young's modulus E = 2g"5 x 106 psi and cross
seetional area A* = 1 in.2. Complete the foilowing:

Q5

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25 0C0 tb

(i) Write down expressions for the

element

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stiffness matrix for each element. (ii) Assemble the structural stiffness matrix K for the entire truss. (iii) Evaluate the global displacement vector 6. (iv) Determine the stresses in each element. (v) Find the reaction force at the support.

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E=29.5x10'psi
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{*} Uslng serendlpity cencept fgd shape fr:nctions for quadratic serendipity
(b) By degrading

familSi

element.

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technique develop shape function for the seven noded rectangular element from the eight noded element

as

shown:

t 87

(10)
g1
a

Using virtualdisplacement principle, deterrnine the forces developed the three bar truss shgwn in figure below:

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AICTE
B.Tech(SeventhSemester)BxaminationNov-Dec.2008 Subject: Finite Element Methods (Elective-Il) Branch: Mechanical Engineering Time: Three

Code087025S

Hours
A!!

M*x Marks:100 Minimum pass Martrs:rs

NOTE: Attempt anyfive questions. required

questions ,::fltf! equal marks Assume suitable data

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Q.1
Q.2

for truss By direct stiffness matrix approach determine stiffness matrix

element.

20

strain Triangle Derive expressions for natural coordinates in a constant 2a (CST) element.
element' IJse naturai Determine the shape funbtions for 4 noded rectangles coordinates sYstem. serendipity using serendipity concept find shape functions fro quadratic
20

Q.3

Q.4

20
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family element.
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Q.6

Derii,e stiilness matrix for a cST ele,inent by direct approach' 5c0n:m 'jue i" seif I)eterrnics ihe r;ir-en:;icr: li a ta'nerr:d bar r,'f iength at its lower end' Given weight and a concentrated toa,i oi 400 N applieci lower free end as 75mm the width at top fixed end as 150mrn, width at
and thiokness as 20mm.

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20

Q.7

Diseuss

(a) Coordinate transformation

elements (b) lsoperimetric, super parametrie & sub parametric
20

Q.8

(c) Basic Theorem of isoperimetric concept' which varies linearly from Pr at Derive the expression for consistent load, 20 element of length le' node 1 to Pz at node 2 on a beam

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B,Tech. (Seventh Semester) Examination (April-May) 2008 Subject: Finite Element Method
B rnnch

Code:8+V025 5 077025-S

: Mechanical Engineering
Max. Marks: 100

Time: Three Hours

.

Min. Pass Marks: 35 'NOTE: Attempt all questions. Assume suitable data if required.

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Determine stiffness matrix for a truss element. OR

T2

Find natural coordinates for triangular element in terms of coordinates of nodes.

t

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tt(

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Using serendipity concept find shape functions for quadratic serendipity fami'ly element. {20} Find stiffness matrix for CST element by direet approaeh.
OR.

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Show that in elasticitii ptoblems Galerkin's method turns out tr: be the principle of virtr"lal work.

Assemble the elennent properties fon a bar with unif*rmly varying area subject to sei? v,,cight. *dian'reter at support as br and at free end below ss b2. Treat it as single element.

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moment of inertia

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