FEM for springs / M. Shimoseki, T. Hamano, T. Imaizumi, editions. ; organized by T. Kuwabara

Includes bibliographical references and index

1 Springs and Elastic Component 1.1 Spring Constant 1.2 Elastic Component in a Vibration System 1.3 First Stages of Analysis 1.4 One-Dimensional Combination of Components 1.5 Plane Structures 2 Outline of Finite Element Method (FEM) 2.1 Fundamentals of Elasto-Plasticity Dynamics 2.2 Expansion to Nonlinear Problems 2.3 Expansion to Dynamic Problems 2.4 Spatial Discretization 3 Role of FEM in Spring Analysis 3.1 Comparison of FEM with Conventional Design Methods 3.2 The Utilization of FEM Software 3.3 Effectiveness in Design Practice 3.4 Prospect of Future Application 4 Classification and Application of Element 4.1 Introduction of Various Elements 4.2 Selection of Element and Discretizing Practice 5 Elementary Analysis 5.1 Formed Wire Springs 5.2 Stabilizer Bars 5.3 Helical Compression Springs 5.4 Helical Extension Springs 5.5 Helical Torsion Springs 5.6 Spiral Springs 5.7 Leaf Springs 5.8 Flat Springs 5.9 Stress Concentration 6 Expansion of Analytical Handling 6.1 Stabilizer Bars 6.2 Helical Compression Springs 6.3 Leaf Springs 6.4 Disc Springs, Ring Springs Index