Development of a quadratic finite element solution of the convective-transport equation.

Author

David A. Dillard

Abstract

"A quadratic finite element has been developed for the solution of the general three-dimensional convective-transport equation. Inherent instabilities in the numerical solution arise when the convective terms in the governing equation become significant. An application of upwinding techniques to the 20 degree of freedom serendipity element failed to produce acceptable results. Upwinding was applied to the 27 degree of freedom Lagrangian element with good results. Results of the latter element are given for several problems, including a model of a round to round metal forming process"--Abstract p. iii

Advisor(s)

Robert L. Davis

Committee Member(s)

Harold Dean Keith
Ronald A. Kohser

Department(s)

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Degree Name

M.S. in Engineering Mechanics

Publisher

University of Missouri--Rolla

Publication Date

1978

Pagination

ix, 72 pages

Note about bibliography

Includes bibliographical references (pages 54-55)

Rights

© 1978 David A. Dillard, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

File Type

text

Language

English

Thesis Number

T 4400

Print OCLC #

6007670

Recommended Citation

Dillard, David A., "Development of a quadratic finite element solution of the convective-transport equation." (1978). Masters Theses. 3349.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/3349