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Author: Donald Maloy

Donald Maloy
Donald Maloy is a consultant analyst based in the greater Boston area. He also works as a certified simulation and mechanical design instructor for a software reseller.

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Simulation Transition: Materials

It is fundamentally essential to understand how your simulation software incorporates the mechanical properties of materials.

Simulation Transition: Meshing Nuts and Bolts

It’s essential to understand the fundamentals of how to adjust a mesh to obtain accurate and reliable results.

Simulation Transition: Meshing and Elements

This month, we look at the array of elements and provide some insight into their application in the world of simulation analysis.

Transition to Simulation: Linear and Nonlinear Buckling

Buckling describes where structural failure can occur when compressive loads are applied to a slender structure.

Transition to Simulation: Spectrum of FEA Analysis, Part 2

This month, we continue exploring the spectrum of FEA to include even more available tools. If you enjoy designing mechanical systems, you’ll naturally want to take every opportunity to develop the most robust and well-tested products.

The Spectrum of FEA Analysis

This month's column explores the common swath of tools available inside the simulation toolbox.

Part 3: Transition to Simulation Via Training

Training courses are a great place to start, but it’s essential to know what you are getting up front. Following is the necessary core content for a simulation training course.

Transition to Simulation Via Training, Part 2

Here’s what core content is necessary in a simulation training course.

A Beginner’s Guide to Simulation, Part 1

Primed with the resources and fundamentals of how to get started, now it’s time to sign up for a training course and dive into simulation.

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