الفهرس 
Comparison between boundary element and finite element approaches in structural analysis of different types of structural slabs
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Abstract
The thesis presents comparisons between the finite element method (FEM) and the boundary element method (BEM) for different types of slabs and foundation slabs. Several applications and examples were studied for the structural analysis and numerical modeling of different types of slabs including solid slabs (Slab and beam type), flat slab, Hollow block slabs, paneled beam slabs, skew plates and Hollow core slabs. The studied foundation slabs include rafts and piled raft foundations. Main software used in the Thesis are SAP2000 and PLPAK program. The SAP2000 program is based on the FEM and the PLPAK program is based on the BEM. Both methods are compared with the Manual calculations for different types of slabs which are based on the provisions of the ECP 203-2007. The results throughout the Thesis present detailed comparisons between the two methods: for example the bending moments and deflections are compared in the form of contours, strips and tables