METBD 450 - Finite Element Analysis Applications II
Course Description:
Solutions of advanced engineering design problems using finite element methods.
Prerequisite: METBD 350
Textbook:
Building Better Products with Finite Element Analysis, Vince Adams & Abraham Askenazi, OnWord Press, 1998.
Goals/Objectives:
After completing this course, a student should be able to:
Use commercially available, state-of-the-art
finite element analysis software to analyze complex structural systems,
Use finite element analysis programs based
upon either Ap-method@ or Ah-method@ finite element mathematical
formulations,
Model complicated structures using an
advanced CAD system and import the model geometry or finite element mesh to
a finite element program for an analysis,
Build difficult models without the aid of an
advanced CAD program, when necessary,
Use simplified model to treat hinged or
sliding joints between parts in an assembly,
Solve nonlinear analysis problems involving
plasticity, changing contact between parts, large deformation effects, and
buckling,
Produce graphical displays, including
animations, of results to clearly illustrate the behavior of the systems
modeled,
Obtain higher accuracy in analysis results by
modeling a small part of a previous problem, using the previous solution to
create the boundary conditions on this SUB-MODEL,
Perform steady-state heat transfer analysis
including the effects of conduction and convection,
Perform modal analysis of a part to determine its natural frequencies,
Use statistical tools to determine improved or optimized designs for
structural system,
Communicate CLEARLY (in writing) the results of complex engineering
problem simulations to an audience which may include non-technical staff,
Use classical engineering formulae (from statics and strength of
materials) to validate/approximate computer models of complex structural
systems,
Work professionally as a member of an engineering team.