Mathematical Problems in Engineering Joint Structure Stiffness Analysis of an Automotive Body in White with the Finite Element Method

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The detailed finite element models of the seven joints. (a) A pillar upper joint. (b) Middle sub of pillar A. (c) Lower sub of pillar A. (d) B pillar upper joint. (e) B pillar lower joint. (f) C pillar upper joint. (g) C pillar lower joint.

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