Introduction to Linear and Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

Modern finite element analysis has grown into a basic mathematical tool for almost every field of engineering and the applied sciences.This introductory textbook fills a gap in the literature, offering a concise, integrated presentation of methods, applications, software tools, and hands-on projects.Included are numerous exercises, problems,and Mathematica/Matlab-based programmingprojects.The emphasis is oninterdisciplinary applications to serve a broadaudience of advanced undergraduate/graduate students with different backgrounds in applied mathematics, engineering, physics/geophysics.The work may also serve as a self-study reference for researchers and practitioners seeking a quick introduction to the subject for their research.