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Explicit finite element formulation of the dynamic contact problem of hyperelastic membranes

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OSTI ID:7319427
Contact-impact problems involving finite deformation axisymmetric membranes are solved by the finite element method with explicit time integration. The formulation of the membrane element and the contact constraint conditions are discussed. The hyperelastic, compressible Blatz and Ko material is used to model the material properties of the membrane. Two example problems are presented.
Research Organization:
California Univ., Livermore (USA). Lawrence Livermore Lab.
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
7319427
Report Number(s):
UCRL-78055; CONF-761110-1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English