PREREQUISITES: Knowledge of SOLIDWORKS and basic mechanical engineering concepts is recommended.
DESCRIPTION: This SOLIDWORKS Simulation Essentials class provides a first look at the basics of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Lesson 1:
Introduction and the Analysis Workflow
Lesson 2:
Stress Singularities and Mesh Controls
Lesson 3:
Working with Assemblies and Interactions
Lesson 4:
Working with Symmetrical Models
Lesson 5:
Creating Connectors in Assemblies
Lesson 6:
Introducing Shell Elements
Lesson 7:
Introducing Beam Elements
Lesson 8:
Working with Mixed-Mesh Models
Lesson 9:
Design Studies
Lesson 10:
Thermal Stress Analysis
Lesson 11:
Special Topics