Updated for SolidWorks 2012Length: 3 days
Prerequisites: Knowledge of SolidWorks and basic mechanical engineering concepts is recommended.
Description: This course is designed to make SolidWorks users productive more quickly with the SolidWorks Simulation Bundle. This course will provide an in-depth coverage on the basics of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), covering the entire analysis process from meshing to evaluation of results for parts and assemblies. The class discusses linear stress analysis, gap/contact analysis, and best practices.
Who Should Attend: All SolidWorks Simulation users wishing to create better designs in SolidWorks by performing analysis and evaluating the behavior of their parts and assemblies under actual service conditions.
The topics covered in this course are: Introduction
Lesson 1: The Analysis Process
Lesson 2: Mesh Controls, Stress Concentrations and Boundary Conditions
Lesson 3: Assembly Analysis with Contacts
Lesson 4: Symmetrical and Free Self-Equilibrated Assemblies
Lesson 5: Assembly Analysis with Connectors
Lesson 6: Compatible/Incompatible Meshes
Lesson 7: Assembly Analysis Mesh Refinement
Lesson 8: Analysis of Thin Components
Lesson 9: Mixed Meshing Shells & Solids
Lesson 10: Mixed Meshing Solids, Beams & Shells
Lesson 11: Design Scenarios
Lesson 12: Thermal Stress Analysis
Lesson 13: Adaptive Meshing
Lesson 14: Large Displacement Analysis
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