Simcenter Optistruct
Non-Linear Analysis with Simcenter Optistruct

Course Code
ILT110067
Software
Simcenter Optistruct 2025.1
Language
English
User Level
Intermediate
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Live In-Person Duration
1.5 Days
Live Online Duration
3 hours each day for 4 Days

This live training is an introductory course for using Simcenter Optistruct software to solve nonlinear problems.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is designed for users with some prior experience in simulation modeling who want to deepen their knowledge and enhance their skills.

PREREQUISITES

Required courses:

Getting Started with Simcenter Optistruct - eLearning

PROVIDED COURSE MATERIALS
  • Student Guide
  • Activity Material
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
  • A computer with internet access and the installation of the latest version of Simcenter Optistruct, Simcenter Hypermesh and appropriate license
  • Basic knowledge of pre- and postprocessing with Simcenter Hypermesh required
  • General knowledge of linear analysis with Simcenter OptiStruct required
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PRIMARY COURSE TOPICS

Day 1

  • Nonlinear Problems Overview
  • Nonlinear Solution Setup
  • Small and Large Displacement Solutions
  • Results and Output Files

Day 2

  • Elements for Nonlinear Analysis
  • Elasto-plastic Materials
  • Hyperelastic Materials
  • Modeling Cohesion, Damage, and more

Day 3

  • Contact Definition
  • Contact Features
  • Contact Outputs and Options
  • Multi-Loadstep Setup
  • Pretension and Preloading

Day 4

  • Convergence
  • Debugging
  • Best Practices

The training agenda may be adjusted to better suit participant needs or reflect updated content. Changes may occur without prior notice.