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Question: Where can I learn more about load (time) stepping procedures in implicit nonlinear analysis? Answer: For MSC Nastran users, you can watch this SimAcademy webinar Adaptive Time Stepping Procedures In Implicit Nonlinear Analysis. Here is a preview of the SimAcademy Webinar. Details of the webinar: Load (time) stepping procedure is important in nonlinear analysis. …

Overview In static structural analysis, it is possible to describe the operation of MSC Nastran without a detailed discussion of the fundamental equations. Due to the several types of dynamic analyses and the different mathematical form of each, some knowledge of both the physics of dynamics and the manner in which the physics is represented …

MSC Nastran 2013 just came out, and I'm sure many of you would like to get ahead of the game by learning more. For a brief over view of the latest enhancements, you can read our MSC Nastran 2013 What's New Tech Brief. Technical descriptions of the enhancements can be found in the MSC Nastran …

Relevant engineering software: MSC Nastran Challenge: To further analysis of finite element models, there are times when a mesh must be refined or modified in some way. Refining a mesh requires a large amount of time: Defining mesh transitions Aligning nodes so they are coincident Splitting elements Creating separate and detailed analysis models Note the …

What is Fatigue? The first concept to understand before embarking on this tutorial is the definition of the term fatigue within the confines of this guide. Very often the terms Fatigue, Fracture, and Durability are used interchangeably. Each does, however, convey a specific meaning. Although many definitions can be applied to the word, for the …

Improve NVH analysis with MSC Nastran Poro Elastic Materials (PEM). Contact us to learn more.    I wanted to do some research so I can better explain what porous materials are and their relevancy to the automotive industry. Luckily, I found this gem of a paper by Hörlin. What is a Porous Material? 1.2 Modeling of porous materials …