350 Computational Modelling of Biomechanics and Biotribology
11.5 Overview of computer methods used in
mechanics
Burczy n´ ski (2010) undertook a review of modern computer methods used
in mechanics. With Professor’s consent, the description is included in this
paper. The analysis of real phenomena occurring in man-made systems or
those created by nature requires a selection of information and choosing
important factors that affect their behaviour.
In mechanics, a description of an analyzed phenomenon is presented with
the use of mathematical equations. These are usually partial or ordinary dif-
ferential equations set in an area, Ω , in which the analyzed phenomenon
occurs. These equations are said to be a mathematical model of the studied ...