Software development: F.E.A.P finite element analysis program / Ahmad Kamal Abdul Aziz

Finite element techniques is known exclusively to solve structural engineering problems. Most of the existing computer software has been in the form of large software pack-ages and very few for general use. The main objective of the project is to develop a finite element program that are interactive, menu driven and user friendly. The developed program called "FEAP" (i.e Finite Element Analysis Program) are capable of analysing isotropic plate subjected to loads, pin- jointed plane frame and two dimensional plane stress and plane strain structural problems. FEAP program consist of several programs which are linked together to produce a comprehensive software for the analysis of structure. The program allows the user to input structure configuration and loading data in computer aided mode. The response output can be obtained on the screen or via the printer. The output results are well presented and well organised.