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LAB 5-2ansys Introduction - 2013

The document introduces the finite element analysis method. It discusses how FEA simulates physical systems mathematically by dividing them into discrete finite elements. The document outlines the main steps in FEA, including discretization, selection of displacement models, derivation of element stiffness matrices, and solving for unknown displacements. Finally, common applications of FEA in structural and non-structural problems are presented.

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LAB 5-2ansys Introduction - 2013

The document introduces the finite element analysis method. It discusses how FEA simulates physical systems mathematically by dividing them into discrete finite elements. The document outlines the main steps in FEA, including discretization, selection of displacement models, derivation of element stiffness matrices, and solving for unknown displacements. Finally, common applications of FEA in structural and non-structural problems are presented.

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An Introduction to the Finite Element Analysis

Presented by G.GURU MAHESH


29 May 2013

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

1.ANALYTICAL METHOD 2.NUMERICAL METHOD

3.EXPERIMENTAL METHOD

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

The finite element method (FEM) (its practical application often known as finite element analysis (FEA))

FEM is a method for dividing up a very complicated problem into small elements that can be solved in relation to each other.

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis


FEM simulates physical system and their loading condition mathematically.

Analysis seeks to approximate the behavior of an arbitrary shaped structure under loading and constrain conditions . Field is divided into discrete no of small regions called as finite elements . ADVANTAGES Of FEM Any complex structure can be analyzed Different boundary conditions can be incorporated suitably Composite bodies also analyses very easily

STEPS IN FEM
Discretization of field

Selection of displacement model Derivation of element stiffness matrix Assembly of stiffness matrix & application of boundary Solutions of unknown displacements Calculating the element stress & strains from nodal displacements

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

Common Types of Elements


One-Dimensional Elements Line Rods, Beams, Trusses, Frames

Two-Dimensional Elements Triangular, Quadrilateral Plates, Shells, 2-D Continua

Three-Dimensional Elements Tetrahedral, Rectangular Prism (Brick) 3-D Continua

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

Common Sources of Error in FEA


Domain Approximation Element Interpolation/Approximation Numerical Integration Errors (Including Spatial and Time Integration) Computer Errors (Round-Off, Etc., )

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

Applications of Finite Element Method


Structural Problem Non-structural Problem

Stress Analysis - truss & frame analysis - stress concentrated problem Buckling problem Vibration Analysis Impact Problem

Heat Transfer Fluid Mechanics Electric or Magnetic Potential

GURU MAHESH, ASST.PROF, MITS

29 May 2013

Launch ANSYS from Windows: Start > All Programs > ANSYS14.0 > ANSYS

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