Approximation of the arch problem by residual-free bubbles

A. Agouzal; M. El Alami El Ferricha

ESAIM: Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis (2010)

  • Volume: 35, Issue: 2, page 271-293
  • ISSN: 0764-583X

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We consider a general loaded arch problem with a small thickness. To approximate the solution of this problem, a conforming mixed finite element method which takes into account an approximation of the middle line of the arch is given. But for a very small thickness such a method gives poor error bounds. the conforming Galerkin method is then enriched with residual-free bubble functions.

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Agouzal, A., and M. El Alami El Ferricha. "Approximation of the arch problem by residual-free bubbles." ESAIM: Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis 35.2 (2010): 271-293. <http://eudml.org/doc/197385>.

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author = {Agouzal, A., M. El Alami El Ferricha},
journal = {ESAIM: Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis},
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