Help regarding finite element method

Hello Guys,

I am doing finite element method with Matlab. I want to analyse some structure with FEM. Here I attached one example structure. Can you guys give me hint like How can interpret this structure, I mean I have to draw this structure and do the rectangular mesh. And then I will apply the load further I will draw the displacement in x and y axis.

This structure is held by four suspension I want to apply the force at the bottom border.

I am not asking for details just which way I will follow and do the FEM, or Do I need any others tools in matlab. Help me out guys. I admire all of your attention.

Thanks all

Answer 1

[the cyclist]

Did you try using Google to search "finite element matlab"? It turns up lots of hits.

Here is some official documentation from MathWorks. That looks like it requires a Toolbox (which has a cost), but it looks like there are other sites where you could get code for free.