Demystifying Numerical Models: Step-by Step Modeling of Engineering Systems is the perfect guide on the analytic concepts of engineering components and systems. In simplified terms, the book focuses on engineering characteristics and behaviors using numerical methods. Readers will learn how the computational aspects of engineering analysis can be applied to develop various engineering systems to a level that is fit for implementation.
Key Features
- Provides numerical examples and graphical representations of complex mathematical models
- Includes downloadable spreadsheets of the numerical tools discussed that allow the reader to gain a hands-on understanding of how they work
- Explains the engineering foundations behind the increasingly widespread and complex numerical models
Chapter 1 Introduction to Numerical Representation of Engineering Systems
1.1 Nature of Engineering Systems
1.2 Examples of engineering systems
1.2.1 Trains
1.2.2 Wind turbines
1.3 References
Chapter 2 Basic Numerical Techniques
2.1 Terms and definitions
2.1.1 Series
2.1.2 Matrix
2.1.3 Vector
2.2 Simultaneous equations
2.3 Numerical interpolation
2.3.1 Newton interpolation method
2.4 References
Chapter 3 Liquid power systems
3.1 Liquid flow systems
3.2 Water flow
3.2.1 Valve control
3.2.2 Pumps
3.3 References
Chapter 4 Heat transfer systems
4.1 Systems design
4.2 Heat transfer process
4.2.1 Boiler modelling
4.3 References
Chapter 5 Gas power systems
5.1 Gas flow
5.2 Gas systems modelling
5.2.1 Valves
5.2.2 Fans
5.2.3 Actuators
5.3 References
Chapter 6 Electrical power systems
6.1 Electrical systems
6.2 Electrical systems modelling
6.2.1 Generators
6.2.2 Motors
6.2.3 Circuits
6.3 References
Chapter 7 Industrial systems
7.1 Industrial systems
7.2 Transport systems modelling
7.2.1 Transport on a plane
7.2.2 Transport in rectilinear layout
7.2.3 Transport in a building
7.2.4 Multiple feeding locations
7.3 Logistics systems modelling
7.3.1 Single vehicle problem
7.3.2 Multiple vehicles problem
7.4 RFID detection modelling
7.5 Inventory modelling
7.6 References
Chapter 8 Systems engineering
8.1 Systems engineering principles
8.2 System operation strategy
8.3 Reliability-based operation
8.4 Market variation modelling
8.5 Failure Mode and Effect Analysis prioritization
8.6 References
Chapter 9 Beam Deflection
9.1 Introduction to beam deflection problems
9.2 System formulation
9.3 Finite difference discretisation
9.3.1 Middle points
9.3.2 Boundary conditions
9.4 Spreadsheet based solution
9.4.1 Beam clamped with punctual loading
9.4.2 Beam simply supported under a punctual load
9.4.3 Beam simply supported under an uniform load
9.4.4 Beam simply supported under a linear load
9.4.5 Beam clamped with punctual loading with a linear Young modulus
9.5 Convergence
9.5.1 Beam clamped with punctual loading
9.5.2 Beam simply supported under a punctual load
9.5.3 Beam simply supported under an uniform load
9.5.4 Beam simply supported under a linear load
Chapter 10 Vibration
10.1 Introduction to vibration problems
10.2 System formulation
10.3 Finite difference discretisation
10.3.1 Middle points
10.3.2 Initial conditions
10.4 Spreadsheet based solution
10.4.1 Free vibration without damping
10.4.2 Forced vibration without damping
10.4.3 Free vibration without damping
10.4.4 Forced vibration with damping
10.5 Convergence
10.5.1 Free vibration without damping
10.5.2 Forced vibration without damping
10.5.3 Free vibration without damping
10.5.4 Forced vibration with damping
Chapter 11 Composite
11.1 Introduction to vibration problems
11.2 System formulation
11.2.1 Laminate theory
11.2.2 Beam deflection
11.2.3 Plate deflection
11.3 Finite difference discretisation
11.3.1 Beam deflection
11.3.2 Plate deflection
11.4 Spreadsheet based solution
11.4.1 Beam deflection
11.4.2 Plate deflection
11.5 Convergence
11.5.1 Beam deflection
11.5.2 Plate deflection
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