Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2017

Finite Element Analysis Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2017 introduces the aspects of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) most important to engineers and designers. Theoretical aspects of FEA are introduced to build a better understanding the operation, while the main focus of the text is on conveying the practical concepts and procedures needed to use SOLIDWORKS Simulation in performing Linear Static Stress Analysis and basic Modal Analysis. This text covers SOLIDWORKS Simulation, with lessons that guide readers from constructing basic truss elements to generating three-dimensional solid elements from solid models. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important FEA techniques and concepts.

1. The Direct Stiffness Method 2. Truss Elements in Two-Dimensional Spaces 3. 2D Trusses in MS Excel and Truss Solver 4. Truss Elements in SOLIDWORKS Simulation 5. SOLIDWORKS Simulation Two-Dimensional Truss Analysis 6. Three-Dimensional Truss Analysis 7. Basic Beam Analysis 8. Beam Analysis Tools 9. Statically Indeterminate Structures 10. Two-Dimensional Surface Analysis 11. Three-Dimensional Solid Elements 12. 3D Thin Shell Analysis 13. FEA Contact Analysis 14. Dynamic Modal Analysis Appendix Index