Updated for SolidWorks 2012

Length: 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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