FEA course
A finite element analysis is a simulation of the forces on a design. This type of simulation is used to:
Determine the stresses, displacement, forces, and other mechanical behaviors of a part or assembly under load
Virtually test a design to determine if it will meet the performance requirements
Optimize the design to reduce costs, waste, and material use
Vocab:
stress
strain
displacement
force
mechanical behavior
load
set up of software
stress and strain
what to do with the data
material properties
interpretation of the results
Advantages of FEA - why do companies use it?
What material properties impact the result of a static structural simulation? And how can you use this information to identify the ideal material for the design context?