Two generalized conforming quadrilateral MindlinReissner plate elements based on the displacement function
Two novel generalized conforming plate elements are constructed. The displacement function F is used to derive the trial functions of the elements. The displacement fields can a priori satisfy all related governing equations. The elements are quite insensitive to mesh distortions and free of shear-locking. The displacement-based elements can provide high-precision results for resultants.
generalized conforming mindlinreissner plate displacement function mesh distortion finite element