For the linear strain tetrahedral element shown in Figure
P11–8, (a) express the displacement fields u, v, and w in the x, y and z
directions, respectively. Hint: There are 10 nodes each with three
translational degrees of freedom, u
i
, v
i
, and w
i
.
Also look at the linear strain triangle given by Eq. (8.1.2) or the expansion
of Eqs. (11.2.2).
Leave a Reply