| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/S70722/01 |
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Developing the scaled boundary finite element for geomechanics: Visiting Fellowship for Dr Andrew Deeks |
| Principal Investigator: |
Augarde, Professor C |
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Engineering and Computing Sciences |
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Durham, University of |
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Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
01 March 2004 |
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31 August 2004 |
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12,123
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Various numerical modelling techniques are in use for the solution of problems in geomechanics and other areas of solid mechanics, the finite element method being most prevalent. The scaled boundary finite element method (SBFEM) is a relatively new variant that has a number of advantages over conventional finite element methods, such as improved smoothness of derivatives in the solution and accurate modelling of domain boundaries. Another area of increasing interest is meshless methods, which remove the need to generate a mesh of elements, a problematic task in threedimensions for complex geometries. While at an early stage of development, meshless methods show great promise for the future.In this project we intend developing a new numerical modelling method combining aspects of the SBFEM and meshless methods. With geomechanics problems in mind, we will develop models where, close to the point of interest (the near-field) the domain is modelled using a meshless method. This will be coupled to a meshless version of the SBFEM to represent the far-field of the problem and its theoretically infinite boundaries. This proposal will use the skills of the visiting fellow who has recent experience of development of the SBFEM and the experience of the UK partner in finite elements and modelling of geomechanics problems.
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