A comparison of three-dimensional continuum and shell elements for finite plasticity

authored by: Peter Wriggers, R. Eberlein, S. Reese
Abstract: For three-dimensional continuum elements in solid mechanics crucial developments were achieved by Simo and Armero [Int. J. Numer. Meth. Engng 33, 1413-1449 (1992)] and Simo et al. [Comput. Meth. Appl. Mech. Engng 110, 359-386 (1993)] recently. These elements are locking free and show superior bending behaviour even for large strains. Naturally, solid elements are easier to develop and to implement than shell elements. This fact motivates a comparison of continuum and shell elements for thin shell problems. Thus, in this paper, continuum and shell formulations are compared for finite elasto-plastic deformations.
External Organisation(s): Technische Universität Darmstadt
Type: Article
Journal: International Journal of Solids and Structures
Volume: 33
Pages: 3309-3326
No. of pages: 18
ISSN: 0020-7683
Publication date: 08.1996
Publication status: Published
Peer reviewed: Yes
ASJC Scopus subject areas: Modelling and Simulation, Materials Science(all), Condensed Matter Physics, Mechanics of Materials, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics
Electronic version(s): https://doi.org/10.1016/0020-7683(95)00262-6 (Access: Unknown)
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