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Chapter 2-1 FEA

This chapter discusses finite element analysis (FEA). It defines FEA as a numerical technique for finding approximate solutions to engineering problems. The chapter then describes the basic FEA methodology, which involves creating a CAD model, assigning materials, defining loads and boundary conditions, meshing, computing the solution, and viewing results. Finally, it provides an example of using CATIA software to conduct static structural analysis via FEA and discusses applications of FEA for engineering design evaluation and improvement.

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Chapter 2-1 FEA

This chapter discusses finite element analysis (FEA). It defines FEA as a numerical technique for finding approximate solutions to engineering problems. The chapter then describes the basic FEA methodology, which involves creating a CAD model, assigning materials, defining loads and boundary conditions, meshing, computing the solution, and viewing results. Finally, it provides an example of using CATIA software to conduct static structural analysis via FEA and discusses applications of FEA for engineering design evaluation and improvement.

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BMCG 3333: MECHANICAL DESIGN

CHAPTER 2-1: FINITE ELEMENT


ANALYSIS
Dr. Muhd Ridzuan Mansor
Dr. Shamsul Anuar Shamsudin
Dr. Roszaidi Ramlan

Chapter 2: FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS


Chapter Outcome:
At the end of this chapter, students should be able to:i.
ii.
iii.

Define and describe the concept of Finite Element Methods and


Analysis (FEM/FEA)
Describe the methodology use in FEA
Apply commercial FEA tools for engineering applications

Introduction to Finite Element Methods


and Analysis (FEM/FEA)
What is FEM/FEA?

The finite element method (FEM) is a numerical technique for


finding approximate solutions to boundary value problems for partial
differential equations. It is also referred to as finite element
analysis (FEA) (Wikipedia, 2016)
Finite element analysis (FEA) is a computerized method for
predicting how a product reacts to real-world forces, vibration, heat,
fluid flow, and other physical effects. Finite element analysis shows
whether a product will break, wear out, or work the way it was
designed (Autodesk, 2016)

FEA Methodology
Create
geometry
model

Assign
material

Define load
and boundary
conditions

Pre-processing

View results

Post-processing

Run

Processing

Meshing

FEA Applications
CATIA V5 Generative Structural

Analysis workbench for simplified


finite element analysis of structures
In static and dynamics loading
conditions
Analyze single part and assembly
Able to simulate the behavior of
structures subjected to various type
of loadings
Advantage: easy procedure to
conduct the FEA, user friendly, able
to integrate part model generated
from other CAD software (CATPart,
IGS, STP etc.), provide visual info
Limitation: Accuracy

CATIA V5 GSA process flow for static structural


analysis
Step

Procedure

Open or Create the part that to be simulated.

Apply a material.
Note: Very important to know to find the Properties of a material. To find the
material proprieties in CATIA, double click on the material selected on the Tree
and go to Analysis Tab.

Open the CATIA Analysis and simulation -> General Structural


Analysis module from Start Menu and select Static Analysis and click OK

Meshing.
Define size (green) and sag (blue). A smaller element size lead to more
accurate results at the expense of a larger computation time. The sag
terminology is unique to CATIA. A smaller sag value could lead to better
results.
To change the value of these two elements you can double click on OCTREE
Tetrahedron Mesh or double click on the elements that appear on the part.
To see the Mesh go to the Tree -> Finite Element Model.1 -> Right click on
Nodes and Elements and click Mesh Visualization.

CATIA V5 GSA process flow for static


structural analysis
Step

Procedure

Applying Boundary Conditions / Restraints in CATIA analysis and simulation.


In FEA, restrains refer to applying displacement boundary condition which is
achieved through the Restraint toolbar. i.e.Clamp conditions mean that the
displacements in all three directions are zero.

Applying Loads.
In FEA, loads refer to forces. The Loads toolbar is used for this purpose, i.e.
Distributed Force

Launching the Solver (Compute)


To run the analysis, use the Compute toolbar by selecting the Compute icon

Postprocessing.
The main postprocessing toolbar is called Image. Type of views: i)
Deformation, ii) Displacement, and iii) Von Mises Stress

Ref: http://catiav5v6tutorials.com/catia-v5-tutorials/general-structuralanalysis/first-steps-in-catia-general-structural-analysis-beginner-tutorial/

Video Tutorial

Challenge Your Understandings


a) What is boundary conditions?
b) What is geometry model?
c) What postprocessing?

d) What are the advantages of using CATIA for performing

FEA?

Assignment
Form a group (max. 5 students per group)
Select a household product as topic
Conduct load analysis

Create 3D part model


Perform FEA using CATIA V5 GSA
Analyze the results
Propose design improvements for the product
Create assignment report
Submission date: 3 weeks from the date of assignment

briefing

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