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FEA Modeling for Change

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Tony Abbey · November 1, 2017 · This article reviews some ways in which FEA modeling can anticipate design changes and keep ahead of the curve.

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Topology Optimization, Part 3

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Tony Abbey · October 1, 2017 · How to address manufacturing constraints in optimization.

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Why Attend Technical Conferences?

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Tony Abbey · October 1, 2017 · A conference experience is very much about deciding what you hope to gain.

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Grassroots Simulation Data Management

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Tony Abbey · September 1, 2017 · From a sea of disconnected information, I had to derive a clear understanding of the analysis objectives and develop an analysis plan.

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Topology Optimization Methods

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Tony Abbey · September 1, 2017 · A look at two additional topology optimization methods: evolutionary and level set.

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Knowledge Capture and Retention in FEA

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Tony Abbey · August 1, 2017 · Challenges still remain in transferring simulation knowledge to new employees.

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Interpreting a Data-Driven World

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Tony Abbey · August 1, 2017 · One of the most important tasks in any finite element analysis simulation is to decide on the objectives of the analysis and how to interpret the results in a physically meaningful way, according to Abbey.

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Engineering Training in the Future

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Tony Abbey · July 1, 2017 · It’s all about engaging and interesting content at a lively pace.

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Topology Optimization

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Tony Abbey · June 1, 2017 · Gain insight as to what controls can be exerted on the process to increase relevance to design goals.

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Simulation and Analysis: When Button Clicking Ends in Tears

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Tony Abbey · May 1, 2017 · Oversimplification of analysis decisions can lead us astray in finite element analysis.

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Dealing with Stress Concentrations and Singularities

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Tony Abbey · May 1, 2017 · It’s good know the stress peaks and distribution of high stresses, but it’s better to know when they are meaningful.

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Understanding Load Paths

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Tony Abbey · March 1, 2017 · Diagram to help determine the nature of the load.

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Linking Testing and Analysis

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Tony Abbey · February 1, 2017 · Testing is an art as well as a science; the only way to learn is hands-on.

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Analysis and Analogies

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Tony Abbey · January 3, 2017 · Some favorite analogies for structural analysis.

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Who’s on First for FEA: Hooke or Young?

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Tony Abbey · November 1, 2016 · A look at why the two theories are not interchangeable.

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Define Your FEA Software Requirements

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Tony Abbey · October 3, 2016 · Narrow down your software selection with these tips.

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FEA Through the Years

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Tony Abbey · September 1, 2016 · Evolving data transfer volume and the internet helped usher in a new age of FEA.

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FEA: Stiffness or Strength in Design?

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Tony Abbey · August 1, 2016 · Use FEA to address the “repair scheme death spiral.”

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Stress in FEA: Part 3

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Tony Abbey · July 1, 2016 · A look at von Mises and principal stresses.

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Moore’s Law for Finite Elements

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Tony Abbey · June 1, 2016 · This theory sets the standard for ever-increasing FEA model elements.

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