Modeling Primary Structures in FEM
For Structural Analysts and Dynamists
How to model common primary structural components with finite elements to generate structural margins for verification of designs.
In this hands-on training, we will begin with the preparation of your problem for FEM, how to prepare the finite element model, modeling all common primary structures, model verification, and how to best post process the results.
We will also delve into advanced topics include modeling for fatigue, DaDT, and ultimate analysis.
We supply the software to facilitate these tasks during the training. While the primary focus is on modeling in NASTRAN, the concepts are general and apply to all production, enterprise-class finite element packages.
Key takeaways:
– How to prepare the finite element model
– Modeling all common primary structures
– Verification and post processing results
– Modeling for fatigue, DaDT and ultimate analysis
Agenda
Introduction and Preparation
- Preparing Your Problem for FEM
- Modeling Rules of Thumb and Recommendations
- Element Types and Size
- Model Organization
Model Details
- Material Properties
- Modeling Struts, Bolted Joints, Holes, Lugs, Potted Inserts, Sandwich Panels, Welds, and Bonded Joints
- Modeling Composites, Fatigue, DaDT and Contact
Model Verification
- Preprocessor and Solver Checks
Post Processing
- Presenting Results Effectively
- Ultimate Analysis Approaches in FEM
Trainer
Eric Roulo, Roulo Consulting President
Eric Roulo has over 20 years of experience in aerospace, defense, and transportation analysis consulting and training with companies including Raytheon, NASA, SpaceX and Virgin Galactic. He started his career at Space Systems/Loral, supporting most of the major primes on projects including military and commercial airplanes, spacecraft, and rockets. He has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and has secured a patent for active steering of an appendage on a spacecraft using piezoelectric actuators.
Attendees receive:
- Presentation slides
- Tools and templates
- Real world project examples
- Laminated cheat sheets
- Completion certificate
“Roulo Consulting has been a driving force in implementing leading edge analysis and modeling practices for our engineering teams through seminars, Boot Camp training, and one-on-one interactions that have resulted in increased efficiency, greater accuracy, and improved designs for program team.”
– Dr. Keith Doyle, MIT Lincoln Labs
