1. Introduction;

2. Conforming finite elements;

3. Nonconforming and other methods;

4. The conjugate gradient method;

5. Multigrid methods;

6. Finite elements in solid mechanics;

References;

Index

This definitive introduction to finite element methods has been updated thoroughly for this third edition, which features important new material for both research and application of the finite element method. The discussion of saddle point problems is a highlight of the book and has been elaborated to include many more non-standard applications. The chapter on applications in elasticity now contains a complete discussion of locking phenomena." "Graduate students who do not necessarily have any particular background in differential equations, but require an introduction to finite element methods, will find the text invaluable. Specifically, the chapter on finite elements in solid mechanics provides a bridge between mathematics and engineering.