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“Stiffness Matrix Method” (SMM) module As a Visualization Tool For Structural Analysis I  Course.



 



Learning Objectives:

  • Students are capable of computing/verifying the structural responses (using either SMM and/or other methods learned from CEE 310 course)

  • Students can conduct “what if” studies, and are familiar with modern computer software/hardware technology

Outcomes:
  • Students will have the ability to create the structural model/problem (in a user-friendly, interactive, visual environment)
  • Students will have the ability to compute “element” stiffness matrices, in both local & global references
  • Students will have the ability to “assemble” the “global” stiffness matrix, load vector and impose proper “boundary conditions”
  • Students will have the ability to compute and visualize the structural responses
  • Students will be able to conduct “what if” studies, interprete the results and identify/fix potential errors made in earlier phase (such as creating an unstable/improper structural model)

Acknowledgement and Disclaimer

“This material, jointly developed by Duc T. Nguyen and Ahmed Ali Mohammed is based upon the work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0530365.”

“Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those
of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation”

Copyright Reserved by Duc T. Nguyen and Ahmed Ali Mohammed
CEE Engr. Dept Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA-23529.