FEA – Finite Element

Analysis
 Sr. No. Index
1. Introduction to FEA (Solidworks Simulation)

A. What is Finite Element Analysis?

A. Types of Study in FEA

a. Static Linear Analysis, Nonlinear Analysis & Buckling Analysis

a. Thermal & Dynamic Evaluation

a. Frequency Analysis & Optimization of Topology

a. Kinematic Analysis & Fatigue Analysis

a. Composite Analysis & Dropping

A. Elements & Nodes

a. Solid & Shell Elements – Degree of Freedom

a. Beam Element & truss Element

A. Meshing – Using Elements

A. Simulation Protocol

a. Finite element analysis for linear statics with the assumption

a. Assign material - Model

a. Introduce Fixtures in the model

a. Define External Loads

a. The meshing of the Model – Fine & Coarse

a. Simulation Result Study

I. Graphical Results

I. Results – Theoretical Calculation

I. Result – Stress in Y – Direction

I. Probe Tool requirement

 • Stimulation of part’s or assembly’s
behavior → Under the specified condition.
• Usage of Mathematical Models →
To analyze & calculate, how real-
world circumstances affect a part.

FEA
• Combination or mesh of
millions of small elements.
• Each element → Subjected
to calculation. The final
results come after mesh
refinement → Structure.
Essentials of FEA
1. Nodes & Elements
2. Solid & Shell Elements – Degree of Freedom
3. Beam Element & truss Element
4. Meshing – Using Elements

Coarse Fine
Objectives of Finite Element Analysis

1 Traditional Product
Design Process

PROTOTYPING
DESIGN

PRODUCTION TESTING
Objectives of Finite Element Analysis

2 Product Design Process

Based on Simulation
CAD Simulation

PROTOTYPING

TESTING

PRODUCTION
 Drop Test
Static Linear Analysis

Fatigue Analysis

Non-linear Analysis
Optimization of Topology

Thermal Evaluation
Composite Analysis

Kinematic Analysis
Frequency Analysis
 Static Linear Analysis: The engineers
Quick Analysis and Designs Iteration based will be able to
on results for - monitor
- Stress this effects via
- Strain trend tracker.
- Displacement
- Factor of Safety
Study
Type
Study
Type Non-linear Analysis:
A linear solver cannot be used to
perform accurate testing on - Engineers → by
using nonlinear
- Rubber analysis in
- Nitinol conjunction with
- Plastics sophisticated
material models.
 Analysis of Motion: The engineers
It needs mechanical inputs - will be able to
- Gravity - User-defined recreate the
- Springs constraints in mechanical
&
- Dampers the assembly movements
- Forces precisely →
reaction forces,
position,
Study acceleration, and
Type velocities.
 Analysis of Motion:
It needs mechanical inputs -

Static Failure – Low Cycle High Cycle

Study
Large deformation Fatigue – Fatigue –
and plastic strain Small plastic strains Small elastic strains

Type Analysis of Fatigue:

The engineers can apply a variety
of loads -
Engineers will be
- Varying & cyclic loads able to figure out
the fatigue
- Material Yield failure in the
Peak Stress design.
 Frequency Analysis: The engineers →
It is used to ascertain- In order to create
- Modal shape designs that will
- Natural frequencies be used in
vibrating
environments.
- Parts
- Assembly
Study
Type
Study
Type Thermal Evaluation:
The engineers use this test- The engineers
use this analysis
- Steady-state to determine the
- Transient heat transfer impact of the
thermal condition
- Conduction, Convection & on the part or
Radiation assembly.
 Optimization of topology: The Engineers →
It enables engineers to specify - With the help of
- Bouncing Box software, auto-
- Stiffness generate creates
- Weight the ideal shape.
- Frequency requirements

Study
Type
Study
Type Statistical or Parametric The Engineers →
Optimization: Choose required
It gives designers the ability to variables and
perform- predetermine
limitations and
- Quick test & refine the design Weight, strength,
frequency, and
- Based on variables → Dimensions, Material manufacturing
cost.
 Buckling Analysis: The Engineers
It is used on structures → under compressive use this analysis
loads. to precisely test
- Necessity is to use weight lifting → FOS (Factor of
system → under compressive loads Safety)→
for testing the structure’s Buckling Failure
stability.
Study
Type
Under Compressive Load
Study
Type Drop Test:
It gives a simple tool for
simulation → Shows the effect on The Engineers →
the design. fully control over -
impact surface,
- Impact height, velocity,
and angle of the
-Design drop.
 Composite Analysis: This analysis
This analysis is used when dealing with enables engineers
materials like fiberglass. to specify fiber
- Improved Stiffness orientation and
Strenght layup schedule for
- the design.
Weight Investigation
- Simple manufacturing
Study techniques

Type
Study
Type Dynamic Evaluation: This kind of
It is used to design around - analysis can
- Potential noise produce outcomes
- Vibration issues like a transient
- Transient loads effect response, peak
response, stress,
acceleration, and
displacement.