Computed Tomographic Image Analysis Based on FEM Performance Comparison of Segmentation on Knee Joint Reconstruction by Seong-Wook Jang, Young-Jin Seo, Yon-Sik Yoo, Yoon Sang Kim

“…In this paper, to find the optimal image segmentation to create a 3D model of the knee CT data, we compared and validated segmentation algorithms based on both objective comparisons and finite element (FE) analysis. For comparison purposes, we used 1 model reconstructed in accordance with the instructions of a clinical professional and 3 models reconstructed using image processing algorithms (Sobel operator, Laplacian of Gaussian operator, and Canny edge detection). …”
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Dynamic Behavior of a Suspended Steel Space Frame-Glass Composite Floor by Zhihao Wang, Xin Qi, Youkun Huang, Buqiao Fan, Xiaoke Li

“…Although vertical dynamic characteristics of the floor based on the global simplified finite element (FE) model of the structure agree well with those identified via experimental modal analysis, the global simplified FE model significantly underestimates vertical vibration amplitudes of the floor due to the coupled effect between two layers. …”
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Modeling and Control of the Vibration of Two Beams Coupled with Fluid and Active Links by Zhiyi Zhang, Fang Hu, Zeng Li, Hongxing Hua

“…The results obtained by the proposed modeling method are in good consistency with those obtained by the finite element analysis. Moreover, it is demonstrated that the active mechanical link is able to reduce vibration transmission and change the deformation of beams as well as the distribution of fluid pressure.…”
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The Effects of Crack on the Transmission Matrix of Rotor Systems by Z.K. Peng, Z.Q. Lang, G. Meng, F.L. Chu

“…In the present study, the infl uence of crack on the transmission matrices of the rotor systems is investigated by using the FEM (finite element method) analysis and the HBM (harmonic balance method) technique. …”
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High-Performance Computational Electromagnetic Methods Applied to the Design of Patch Antenna with EBG Structure by R. C. Hadarig, M. E. de Cos, F. Las-Heras

“…The electrical characteristics of the embedded structure (patch antenna surrounded by EBG unit cells) are evaluated by means of method of moment technique (MoM) whereas for designing the unit cell, the finite element method (FEM) together with the Bloch-Floquet theory is used. …”
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Vibration Analysis and Optimization of a Rectangular Plate with Flanging Hyperellipse Cutout by Wensheng Wang, Sier Deng, Song Zhang, Da Geng

“…In the analysis, finite element method (FEM) is applied to perform parametric studies on various plates in different boundary conditions, addressing the influence of different cutout parameters (area, shape, flanging height, position, and rotation) on the first- and second-order natural frequencies of the rectangular plate and providing references for the optimum frequency design. …”
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Experimental Research and Theoretical Analysis of the Seismic Behavior of Prefabricated Semirigid Steel Frame with X-Shaped Braces by Rongqian Yang, Xuejun Zhou

“…The results of the numerical simulation tallied with the test results, which means the finite element model could accurately simulate the structure’s mechanical behavior under cyclic loading. …”
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Influence of Deformation Conditions on the Critical Damage Factor of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy by Li-juan Pang, Xin Shang, Xuefeng Zhang

“…Material performance parameters and constitutive model were inputted into the finite element program DEFORM. Simulation results show that the maximum damage appears on the outer edge of the upsetting drum, and damage softening behavior is more sensitive to strain rate. …”
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Evaluation of an Improved Technique for Geosynthetic-Reinforced and Pile-Supported Embankment by Jun Zhang, Shao-wen Liu, He-fu Pu

“…To investigate the performance of the FGT embankment, the comparison analyses and parametric studies are conducted by Finite Element Method (FEM). The influencing factors investigated include elastic modulus of soil, tensile stiffness of geosynthetics, pile length, pile spacing, and pile elastic modulus. …”
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Dynamic Characteristics of the Rotating Penetrating Missile for Attacking Warship Vertically by Dong-ze Qin, Pei-hang Li

“…A physical model of the missile target is established to study the numerical simulation of the penetration process of rotating projectile into a stiffened target based on finite element analysis (FEA) software. We studied the dynamic response characteristics of different projectile positions, rotational speeds, and positions that act in precession penetration. …”
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GENETIC ALGORITHM IN OPTIMIZATION DESIGN OF INTERIOR PERMANENT MAGNET SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR by Phuong Le Ngo

“…In optimization process, analytical and finite element method are used together for better performance and precision. …”
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Study on the Effect of Foundation Pit Excavation on the Deformation of Adjacent Shield Tunnel by Cirong Lu, Long Huang

“…In this paper, the damage to shield tunnel structure caused by pit excavation in similar engineering is analyzed. The finite element model, based on the different distances between the foundation pit and the tunnel and the different thicknesses of tunnel segment, is established. …”
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Coupling of Point Collocation Meshfree Method and FEM for EEG Forward Solver by Chany Lee, Jong-Ho Choi, Ki-Young Jung, Hyun-Kyo Jung

“…For solving electroencephalographic forward problem, coupled method of finite element method (FEM) and fast moving least square reproducing kernel method (FMLSRKM) which is a kind of meshfree method is proposed. …”
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An Impact-Echo Experimental Approach for Detecting Concrete Structural Faults by Ya-xun Yang, Wen-hao Chai, De-chuang Liu, Wei-de Zhang, Jia-cheng Lu, Zhi-kui Yang

“…Firstly, the ABAQUS finite element software was used to simulate these factors to obtain the influence law on the detection results, and a modal test was conducted to verify them. …”
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Dynamic Crushing Analysis of Hexagonal-Kagome Combined Honeycomb with Negative Poisson’s Ratio by Wei Min Wang, Zhi Liang Yang, Jun Hu

“…A systematic investigation of the in-plane dynamic crushing behaviors of the honeycombs was conducted via the finite element method, and the crashworthiness characteristics of the three honeycombs were examined. …”
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Minimizing Stress Shielding and Cement Damage in Cemented Femoral Component of a Hip Prosthesis through Computational Design Optimization by Abdellah Ait Moussa, Justin Fischer, Rohan Yadav, Morshed Khandaker

“…In the following analysis we introduce a novel methodology to achieve this objective, the numerical technique combines automatic and realistic modeling of the implant and embedding medium, and finite element analysis to assess the levels of stress shielding and cement damage and, finally, global optimization, using orthogonal arrays and probabilistic restarts, were used. …”
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Numerical Analysis of Dead Load Shear Force Distribution in Webs of Multicell Inclined Web Box-Girder Bridge by Xingwei Xue, Meizhong Wu, Zhengwei Li, Peng Zhou

“…Through the “Sum of Local Internal Forces” function, the shear force of each web in the multicell box-girder 3D finite element model was extracted and analysed using the dead load shear force distribution factor. …”
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Sensitivity-enhancing feedback control–based damage detection in delaminated smart composite plates by Yan Guo, Yanan Jiang, Zhenghua Qian, Bin Huang

“…We first introduce the adopted improved layerwise theory–based mathematical model for delamination modeling with finite element implementation. The obtained second-order governing equations are transformed into the state space model for design of state feedback controller. …”
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Interaction between Flow Diverter and Parent Artery of Intracranial Aneurysm: A Computational Study by Wenyu Fu, Qixiao Xia

“…To evaluate the influence of deployment strategy on the mechanical interaction between braided stent and parent artery of intracranial aneurysm (the elasticity of the arterial wall is considered), finite-element analyses are carried out by referring to computational models of flow-diverter device and arterial wall. …”
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A Dynamic Stiffness Element for Free Vibration Analysis of Delaminated Layered Beams by Nicholas H. Erdelyi, Seyed M. Hashemi

“…Two computer codes, based on the conventional Finite Element Method (FEM) and the analytical solutions reported in the literature, are also developed and used for comparison. …”
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