Linear and Nonlinear Buckling in FEA
Ensure your structures can withstand outside stresses with these methods.
/article/linear-and-nonlinear-buckling-in-feaSimplifying FEA Models: Plane Stress and Plane Strain
These 2D methods can provide an alternative to full-scale 3D models.
/article/simplifying-fea-models-plane-stress-and-plane-strainPractical Frequency Response Analysis for Engineers
This method offers a viable alternative to time-based analysis.
/article/practical-frequency-response-analysisPractical Dynamic Response Analysis
Hints and tips to solve transient analysis and use the data it produces.
/article/practical-dynamic-response-analysisVerification vs. Validation in Relation to FEA
How do these concepts help analysts create more accurate and realistic models?
/article/verification-vs-validationFree-Floating FEA Models
Apply equivalent pressure distributions on a structure without needing direct constraint boundary modeling with the 3-2-1 method.
/article/free-floating-fea-modelsHow to Set Realistic Boundary Conditions for FEA
When applying boundaries, a variety of methods can be used to ensure accuracy.
/article/set-realistic-boundary-conditionsStructural Optimization: Philosophy or Science?
To achieve the best structural analysis, engineers must rely on more than software programs.
/article/structural-optimization-philosophy-scienceFEA and Composites, Part 2
A look at some background theory to laminate stiffness calculations and review some of the more modern approaches to composite failure analysis.
/article/fea-composites-part-2FEA and Composites, Part 1
The challenge of composites is to predict the resulting stiffness and strength of the design. It is no longer as straightforward as working with steel or aluminum.
/article/fea-composites-part-1Global-to-Local Modeling in FEA
Use a simple global model to establish the boundary conditions to apply to a high-fidelity local model.
/article/global-local-modeling-feaSimplify FEA Simulation Models Using Planar Symmetry
This classic simplification method can help create faster simulations and analysis.
/article/simplify-fea-simulation-models-using-planar-symmetryHow to Use FEA for Thermal Analysis
A look at how you can incorporate heat simulation into finite element analysis.
/article/use-fea-thermal-analysisJoints and Connections in FEA
Flying with Structural FEA
A look at some of the finite element analysis technologies used in the aerospace industry—and the simulation methods involved.
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