A finite element solution of thermal wave propagation in elastic media

Author

Dominic N. Dalo

Abstract

The rational theory of thermodynamics is used to develop equations governing the propagation of thermal waves. A new vector quantity is introduced to account for the thermal waves. The phenomenon of thermal wave propagation is illustrated by considering the problem of one-dimensional heat conduction in a finite slab subjected to a heat flux pulse. The solution is obtained via the finite element method. A discussion of the results and their significance is also presented.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Waves; Thermodynamics

Publication Date

4-1-1987

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

Mechanical Engineering (KGCOE)

Advisor

Hetnanh, Richard

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: QA935.D24 1987

Recommended Citation

Dalo, Dominic N., "A finite element solution of thermal wave propagation in elastic media" (1987). Thesis. Rochester Institute of Technology. Accessed from
https://repository.rit.edu/theses/5859

Campus

RIT – Main Campus