FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
Finite element analysis (FEA) is used to predict how parts, assemblies, weldments, etc. will behave under various
loads. Is is much less expensive to do an FEA analysis of a design than to build a full scale prototype of the design,
install Strain gauges, and physically load testing it.
Slideshow of FEA Analyzed Models
The slide show below shows the FEA results from subjecting mechanical and structural components to various loads.
Tent Support Structure Stress, Load = 100 mph (161km/hr) Wind.
Chain Hook Stress, Load = 5 kips (22.2 kN).
IPV Stress, External Pressure = 1000 psi (6.9 MPa).
Armored Cable Termination Stress, Load = 10 kips (44.5 kN).
Boat Lift Piling Support Stress, Load = 3 kips (13.3 kN).
BLAT Drive Pipe Stress, Load = 2000 kips (8.9 MN).
BLAT Top Breech Lock Stress, Load = 2000 kips (8.9 MN) .
Storage Tank Weldment Stress, Load = 24 kips (106.8 kN) .
Slurry Gate Valve Stress, Load = 90 psi (620.5 kPa) .
Slurry Gate Valve Deflection, Load = 90 psi (620.5 kPa) .
Anchor Chain Hook Stress, Load = 12 kips (53.37 kN) .
What FEA Can Do For You
FEA can be used to calculate
stress and deflection in machine
parts, assemblies, weldments,
and sheet metal parts that have
geometries that don't allow the
use of classical stress analyis
methods.
SolidWorks Simulation
SolidWorks Simulation improves
product reliability by optimizing
parts and assemblies for many
environments and scenarios. It is
a cost effective way to predict a
product's real world physical
behavior by virtually testing
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
models.
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