Finite Element Essentials in 3DEXPERIENCE 2017x Using SIMULIA/CATIA Applications

Finite Element Essentials in 3DEXPERIENCE 2017x Using SIMULIA/CATIA Applications introduces you to the powerful FEA simulation tools that are available in Abaqus, a part of the SIMULIA software suite in the 3DEXPERIENCE business platform. Each chapter of this book uses step-by-step tutorials to guide you through the process of creating models in CATIA and performing a wide range of simulations and analysis using Abaqus.

The chapters of this book focus on covering the core material found in a standard Mechanical or Civil engineering curriculum worldwide. The book deals specifically with structural and thermal problems. Both static and transient cases are considered. Furthermore, nonlinearities at the material and geometric levels are treated in some chapters. All three standard element types solids, beams, and shells are represented in the book, and in one particular chapter, all three are present simultaneously.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Analysis of a Notched Plate
3. Elastic-Plastic Analysis of a Notched Plate
4. The Need for the Mesh Convergence Study
5. Thermoelastic Analysis of a Fin
6. Quenching of a Cylinder
7. Simple Truss Analysis
8. Simple Frame Analysis
9. Contact Interaction
10. Compression of a Hyperelastic Coupon
11. Thermal Contact Problem
12. Hybrid Analysis Involving Solid, Beam, and Shell Elements
13. Linear Buckling Analysis