| Abstract: | A finite element procedure, which utilizes Fourier series, is developed to compute the large deformations and deflections in axisymmetric elastomeric solids subjected to non-axisymmetric loading. Nearly incompressible and incompressible, isotropic strain energy density functions describe the elastic properties. The nearly incompressible functions become compatible with an analytical integration scheme by using a novel variable to approximate the dilatation. A large spherical elastomeric bearing is analysed with this procedure. |
