The trapezoidal finite element in absolute coordinates for dynamic modeling of automotive tire and air spring bellows. Part 1: equations of motion

Equations of motion of a finite element in absolute coordinates including mass matrix, generalized inertia and internal forces are derived. A trapezoidal element for dynamic models of flexible shells in the shape of surface of revolution is considered. The element can be used for modeling dynamics of automotive tire and air spring bellows and some other flexible elements of transport systems undergoing large elastic deflections.