Project beam is a purely python based library that provides a testing environment for finite element analysis code of one-dimensional slender structures. The goal is to set up a framework, where one can easily code new ideas and test their potential. The main advantage over other software is that it is lightweight and therefore easy to manipulate on any level.
Features:
- Finite element framework (assembly of matrices, Newton-Raphson iterative algortihm, postprocessing etc.)
- Beam element based on Simo–Reissner theory for static and dynamic analysis
- Option to implement additional elements
- Experimental contact detection
- Designed to work both in Jupyter notebooks and standalone scripts
Clone this repository with git and import it as any other module.
Dependencies:
- NumPy
- Matplotlib
See examplary files in the folder beam_tests
Contribution is very welcome. With the simple structure of the program in mind if you have any ideas on how to improve the project do not hesitate to contact me personally.