Error Control and Adaptivity in Scientific Computing

Error Control and Adaptivity in Scientific Computing
Author: Haydar Bulgak
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 396
Release: 1999-06-30
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780792358084

One of the main ways by which we can understand complex processes is to create computerised numerical simulation models of them. Modern simulation tools are not used only by experts, however, and reliability has therefore become an important issue, meaning that it is not sufficient for a simulation package merely to print out some numbers, claiming them to be the desired results. An estimate of the associated error is also needed. The errors may derive from many sources: errors in the model, errors in discretization, rounding errors, etc. Unfortunately, this situation does not obtain for current packages and there is a great deal of room for improvement. Only if the error can be estimated is it possible to do something to reduce it. The contributions in this book cover many aspects of the subject, the main topics being error estimates and error control in numerical linear algebra algorithms (closely related to the concept of condition numbers), interval arithmetic and adaptivity for continuous models.

Numerical solution of Variational Inequalities by Adaptive Finite Elements

Numerical solution of Variational Inequalities by Adaptive Finite Elements
Author: Franz-Theo Suttmeier
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2009-03-12
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 3834895466

The author presents a general approach to a posteriori error estimation and adaptive mesh design for finite element models where the solution is subjected to inequality constraints. The local weighted residuals, that result from an extension of the so-called Dual-Weighted-Residual method, are used in a feed-back process for generating economical meshes. Based on several model problems, a general concept is proposed, which provides a systematic way of adaptive error control for problems stated in form of variational inequalities.

Advances in Mechanics: Theoretical, Computational and Interdisciplinary Issues

Advances in Mechanics: Theoretical, Computational and Interdisciplinary Issues
Author: Michal Kleiber
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 650
Release: 2016-05-05
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1315645068

Advances in Mechanics: Theoretical, Computational and Interdisciplinary Issues covers the domain of theoretical, experimental and computational mechanics as well as interdisciplinary issues, such as industrial applications. Special attention is paid to the theoretical background and practical applications of computational mechanics.This volume

Extreme Man-Made and Natural Hazards in Dynamics of Structures

Extreme Man-Made and Natural Hazards in Dynamics of Structures
Author: Adnan Ibrahimbegovic
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2007-05-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1402056567

This book provides a critical assessment of current knowledge and indicates new challenges which are brought about at present times by fighting man-made and natural hazards in transient analysis of structures. The latter concerns both permanently fixed structures, such as those built to protect people and/or sensitive storage material; or special structures, like bridges and tunnels; and moving structures such as trains, planes, ships or cars.

Computational and Experimental Mechanics of Advanced Materials

Computational and Experimental Mechanics of Advanced Materials
Author: Vadim V. Silberschmidt
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2009-11-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3211996850

Advanced materials play a crucial role in modern engineering applications where they are often exposed to complex loading and environmental conditions. In many cases, new approaches are needed to characterise these materials and to model their behaviour. Such approaches should be calibrated and validated by specific experimental techniques, quantifying both microstructural features and respective mechanisms at various length scales. The book provides an overview of modern modelling tools and experimental methods that can be employed to analyse and estimate properties and performance of advanced materials. A special feature of the book is the analysis of case studies used to demonstrate the strategies of solving the real-life problems, in which the microstructure of materials directly affects their response to loading and/or environmental conditions. The reader will benefit from a detailed analysis of various methods as well as their implementation for dealing with various advanced materials.

Advances in Quantum Chemistry: Lowdin Volume

Advances in Quantum Chemistry: Lowdin Volume
Author:
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2017-02-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128104007

Advances in Quantum Chemistry: Lowdin Volume presents a series of articles exploring aspects of the application of quantum mechanics to atoms, molecules, and solids. Celebrates Per-Olov Lowdin, who would have been 100 in 2016 Contains papers by many who use his ideas in theoretical chemistry and physics today