The finite difference method (FDM) hasbeen used tosolve differential equation systems for centuries. The FDM works well for problems of simple geometry and was

In the past few years, the differential quadrature method has been applied extensively in engineering. This book, aimed primarily at practising engineers, scien

A practical and concise guide to finite difference and finite element methods. Well-tested MATLAB® codes are available online.

This revised edition discusses numerical methods for computing eigenvalues and eigenvectors of large sparse matrices. It provides an in-depth view of the numeri

The vibrational characteristics and mechanical properties of shell structures are discussed. The subjects presented are: (1) fundamental equations of thin shell