Training Course Descriptions
Element Selection in Abaqus
Objective:
Choosing an element is one of the most fundamental
questions that users must answer as they build a finite
element model. Many issues should be considered when
selecting an element, including:
- Is there contact in the model?
- Is the material behavior fully or nearly incompressible?
- Will the element bend during the analysis?
- Is the structure thick or thin?
- Will the mesh become severely distorted?
- What results are needed from the analysis?
- Is the analysis a static or dynamic simulation?
This course provides a brief overview of the
distinguishing characteristics of the wide range of
continuum and structural elements available in Abaqus
for stress analyses. It explains modeling features that may
cause certain types of elements to behave poorly.
Examples and workshops are used to illustrate the
consequences of choosing the incorrect elements for a
given problem.
Who should attend:
This course is recommended for engineers with
experience using Abaqus.
Agenda (May vary with location)
Day 1 | Plane Stress and Plane Strain Elements
Axisymmetric Continuum Elements
Three-Dimensional Continuum Elements
Cylindrical Elements
Numerical Integration
Hourglassing and Hourglass Control
Hybrid Elements
Incompatible Mode Elements
Workshops
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Day 2 | Structural Elements in Abaqus
Formulation of Thin Shells and Slender Beams
Formulation of Shear Flexible Shells and
Beams
Shells:
- Shell Section Definition
- Strains in Shells
- Hourglassing and Locking
- Comparison Study of Shells
Beams:
- Torsion of Beams
- Warping of Open-Section Beams
- Pipe Elements
- Beam Section Definition
Workshops
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Stress analysis of a tie rod eyelet.
Abaqus provides you with a
wide array of elements to use in your models. The "Element
Selection" seminar explains the strengths and weaknesses of most
of the stress/displacement elements available in Abaqus.
Armed with this knowledge, you will be able to determine when a
certain element type should or should not be used in your models.
Course was last updated May 2007
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