Mathematics – Numerical Analysis
Scientific paper
2003-11-28
Mathematics
Numerical Analysis
22 pages, 7 figures, submitted, corrected to eliminate multiple appearance of pdf file
Scientific paper
10.1016/j.cma.2004.01.020
The numerical solution of strain gradient-dependent continuum problems has been dogged by continuity demands on the basis functions. For most commonly accepted models, solutions using the finite element method demand $C^{1}$ continuity of the shape functions. Here, recent development in discontinuous Galerkin methods are explored and exploited for the solution of a prototype nonlinear strain gradient dependent continuum model. A formulation is developed that allows the rigorous solution of a strain gradient damage model using standard $C^{0}$ shape functions. The formulation is tested in one-dimension for the simplest possible finite element formulation: piecewise linear displacement and constant (on elements) internal variable. Numerical results are shown to compare excellently with a benchmark solution. The results are remarkable given the simplicity of the proposed formulation.
Garikipati K.
Molari Luisa
Wells Garth N.
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