ANSYS Tutorial Release 11

The nine lessons in this book introduce the reader to effective finite element problem solving by demonstrating the use of the comprehensive ANSYS FEM software in a series of step-by-step tutorials.

Topics covered include problems involving trusses, plane stress, plane strain, axisymmetric and three-dimensional geometries, beams, plates, conduction and convection heat transfer, thermal stress, and more. The tutorials are suitable for either professional or student use.

Table of Contents
Lesson 1 - Trusses
Lesson 2 - Plane Stress, Plane Strain
Lesson 3 - Axisymmetric Problems
Lesson 4 - Three-Dimensional Problems
Lesson 5 - Beams
Lesson 6 - Plates
Lesson 7 - Heat Transfer, Thermal Stress
Lesson 8 - p-Method
Lesson 9 - Selected Topics