Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2212 5  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2212 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Simcenter 3D Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Lab: Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Knowledge Check: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2212 7 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Working with Simcenter 3D Files in Pre/Post
3. Preparing the Model
4. Modifying Model Geometry
5. Solving the Model and Post-processing
6. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
7. Knowledge Check: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2212 15 Topics

1. Using Pre/Post Features
2. Using Simcenter 3D Search
3. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
4. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
5. Displaying a Model
6. Lab: Displaying a Model
7. Selecting Objects
8. Using Selection Recipes
9. Lab: Selecting Objects
10. Using Groups
11. Lab: Using Groups
12. Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
14. Knowledge Check: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
15. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

5 Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post - 2212 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2212 10  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2212 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Knowledge Check: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2212 30 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
11. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
24. Controlling Mesh Density
25. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
26. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
27. Lab: Modifying Element Size
28. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
30. Knowledge Check: Meshing

3 Connecting Meshes - 2212 17 Topics

1. Mesh Connections
2. Pinned Connections
3. Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
5. Spider Elements
6. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
7. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
8. Bolted Connections
9. Modeling Bolted Connections
10. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
11. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
12. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
13. Creating Universal Connections
14. Lab: Modeling Universal Connections
15. Lab: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
16. Lab Solution: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
17. Knowledge Check: Modeling Connections

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2212 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Knowledge Check: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2212 12 Topics

1. Boundary Conditions
2. Loads
3. Nastran Structural Loads
4. Applying Loads
5. Constraints
6. Nastran Structural Constraints
7. Applying Constraints
8. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
9. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions using a Local Coordinate System
10. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
11. Lab Solution: Applying Boundary Conditions
12. Knowledge Check: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Modeling Contact and Glue Conditions - 2212 10 Topics

1. Contact and Glue Conditions
2. Modeling Contact Conditions
3. Lab: Applying Contact
4. Modeling Glue Conditions
5. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
6. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
7. Applying Surface-to-Surface Contact and Gluing
8. Lab: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
9. Lab Solution: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
10. Knowledge Check: Applying Contact and Gluing Conditions

7 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2212 19 Topics

1. Fields
2. Using Fields
3. Types of Fields
4. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
5. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Spatial Map Fields
7. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
8. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
9. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
10. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
11. Fields Display
12. Displaying Fields
13. Lab: Displaying Fields
14. Using Expressions
15. Defining Expressions
16. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
17. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
18. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
19. Knowledge Check: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

8 Modeling Symmetry - 2212 8 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Modeling Cyclic Symmetric Structures
3. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
4. Modeling Axisymmetric Structures
5. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
6. Using Plane Stress Elements in an Axisymmetric Analysis
7. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
8. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

9 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2212 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Knowledge Check: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

10 Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2212 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis

Solving a Structural Model - 2212 4  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2212 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Warnings from the Solve
8. Determining the Validity of Results
9. Knowledge Check: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2212 9 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Linear Buckling Analysis Overview
7. Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
8. Lab: Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
9. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2212 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

4 Assessment: Solving the Model - 2212 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Solving the Model

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2212 6  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views - 2212 22 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Displaying Stress Results on 2D Elements
15. Lab: Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Results Viewer
19. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
20. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
21. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
22. Knowledge Check: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data - 2212 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Lab: Creating Nodal Force Reports
10. Assessment: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results - 2212 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Plotting Two Functions
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Display Properties
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Solution: Graphing Results
14. Assessment: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views - 2212 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views Overview
2. Saving and Restoring Snapshots to Set up Views
3. Lab: Using Snapshots to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Assessment: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports - 2212 5 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Lab: Generating a Report
4. Customizing a Report Template
5. Knowledge Check: Generating Reports

6 Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results - 2212 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results

Processes and Solutions - 2212 7  Chapters

Learn how to analyze models using specialized Simcenter 3D tools.

1 Adaptive Meshing - 2212 4 Topics

1. Adaptive Meshing Overview
2. Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
3. Lab: Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
4. Knowledge Check: Adaptive Meshing

2 Superelements - 2212 7 Topics

1. Superelement Analysis Overview
2. Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
3. Lab: Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
4. System Modeling with External Superelements Overview
5. Modeling with External Superelements
6. Lab: Modeling with External Superelements
7. Knowledge Check: Superelements

3 Introduction to Thermal Analysis - 2212 4 Topics

1. Thermal Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
3. Lab: Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
4. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Thermal Analysis

4 Geometry Optimization - 2212 4 Topics

1. Geometry Optimization Overview
2. Geometry Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Geometry Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Geometry Optimization

5 Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization - 2212 5 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization Overview
2. Setting up the Model for Nastran Design Optimization
3. Creating Constraints and Solving for Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
4. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
5. Knowledge Check: Design Optimization

6 Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization - 2212 4 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Overview
2. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization

7 Assessment: Processes and Solutions - 2212 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Processes and Solutions

Introduction to Response Dynamics - 2212 1  Chapter

Learn how to use response dynamics to analyze a model's response to an excitation.

1 Response Dynamics - 2212 12 Topics

1. Response Dynamics Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
3. Lab: Part 1: Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
4. Solving a Transient Analysis
5. Lab: Part 2: Solving a Response Dynamics Transient Analysis
6. Analyzing a Random Event
7. Lab: Analyzing a Random Event
8. Part 1: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
9. Part 2: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
10. Lab: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
11. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis
12. Assessment: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis

Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2206 5  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2206 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Simcenter 3D Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Knowledge Check: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2206 7 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Working with Simcenter 3D Files in Pre/Post
3. Preparing the Model
4. Modifying Model Geometry
5. Solving the Model and Post-processing
6. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
7. Knowledge Check: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2206 15 Topics

1. Using Pre/Post Features
2. Using Simcenter 3D Search
3. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
4. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
5. Displaying a Model
6. Lab: Displaying a Model
7. Selecting Objects
8. Using Selection Recipes
9. Lab: Selecting Objects
10. Using Groups
11. Lab: Using Groups
12. Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
14. Knowledge Check: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
15. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

5 Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post - 2206 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post

Processes and Solutions - 2206 7  Chapters

Learn how to analyze models using specialized Simcenter 3D tools.

1 Adaptive Meshing - 2206 4 Topics

1. Adaptive Meshing Overview
2. Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
3. Lab: Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
4. Knowledge Check: Adaptive Meshing

2 Superelements - 2206 7 Topics

1. Superelement Analysis Overview
2. Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
3. Lab: Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
4. System Modeling with External Superelements Overview
5. Modeling with External Superelements
6. Lab: Modeling with External Superelements
7. Knowledge Check: Superelements

3 Introduction to Thermal Analysis - 2206 4 Topics

1. Thermal Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
3. Lab: Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
4. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Thermal Analysis

4 Geometry Optimization - 2206 4 Topics

1. Geometry Optimization Overview
2. Geometry Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Geometry Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Geometry Optimization

5 Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization - 2206 5 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization Overview
2. Setting up the Model for Nastran Design Optimization
3. Creating Constraints and Solving for Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
4. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
5. Knowledge Check: Design Optimization

6 Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization - 2206 4 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Overview
2. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization

7 Assessment: Processes and Solutions - 2206 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Processes and Solutions

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2206 10  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2206 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Knowledge Check: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2206 29 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
11. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Controlling Mesh Density
24. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
25. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
26. Lab: Modifying Element Size
27. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
28. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Knowledge Check: Meshing

3 Connecting Meshes - 2206 14 Topics

1. Mesh Connections
2. Modeling Pinned Connections
3. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
5. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
6. Modeling Bolted Connections
7. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
8. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
9. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
10. Creating Universal Connections
11. Lab: Modeling Universal Connections
12. Lab: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
13. Lab Solution: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
14. Knowledge Check: Modeling Connections

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2206 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Knowledge Check: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2206 10 Topics

1. Applying Boundary Conditions
2. Nastran Structural Loads
3. Nastran Structural Constraints
4. Applying Loads
5. Applying Constraints
6. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
7. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions using a Local Coordinate System
8. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
9. Lab Solution: Applying Boundary Conditions
10. Knowledge Check: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Modeling Contact and Glue Conditions - 2206 10 Topics

1. Contact and Glue Conditions
2. Modeling Contact Conditions
3. Lab: Applying Contact
4. Modeling Glue Conditions
5. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
6. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
7. Applying Surface-to-Surface Contact and Gluing
8. Lab: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
9. Lab Solution: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
10. Knowledge Check: Applying Contact and Gluing Conditions

7 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2206 16 Topics

1. Using Fields
2. Types of Fields
3. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
4. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
5. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
7. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
8. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
9. Displaying Fields
10. Lab: Displaying Fields
11. Using Expressions
12. Defining Expressions
13. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
14. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
15. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
16. Knowledge Check: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

8 Modeling Symmetry - 2206 7 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
3. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
4. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
5. Displaying Symmetry Results in a Post View
6. Lab: Displaying Axisymmetric Results in a Post View
7. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

9 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2206 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Knowledge Check: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

10 Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2206 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis

Solving the Model - 2206 4  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2206 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Warnings from the Solve
8. Determining the Validity of Results
9. Knowledge Check: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2206 9 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Linear Buckling Analysis Overview
7. Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
8. Lab: Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
9. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2206 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

4 Assessment: Solving the Model - 2206 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Solving the Model

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2206 6  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views - 2206 21 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Lab: Displaying Stress Results on 2D Elements
15. Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
19. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
20. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
21. Knowledge Check: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data - 2206 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Simcenter 3D Combined
10. Assessment: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results - 2206 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Generating Two Function Plots
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Displays
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Solution: Graphing Results
14. Assessment: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views - 2206 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views Overview
2. Saving and Restoring Snapshots to Set up Views
3. Lab: Using Snapshots to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Assessment: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports - 2206 6 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Lab: Generating a Report
4. Customizing a Report Template
5. Lab: Customizing a Report
6. Knowledge Check: Generating Reports

6 Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results - 2206 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results

Introduction to Response Dynamics - 2206 1  Chapter

Learn how to use response dynamics to analyze a model's response to an excitation.

1 Response Dynamics - 2206 12 Topics

1. Response Dynamics Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
3. Lab: Part 1: Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
4. Solving a Transient Analysis
5. Lab: Part 2: Solving a Response Dynamics Transient Analysis
6. Analyzing a Random Event
7. Lab: Analyzing a Random Event
8. Part 1: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
9. Part 2: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
10. Lab: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
11. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis
12. Assessment: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis

Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2022.1 5  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2022.1 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Simcenter 3D Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Knowledge Check: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2022.1 7 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Working with Simcenter 3D Files in Pre/Post
3. Preparing the Model
4. Modifying Model Geometry
5. Solving the Model and Post-processing
6. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
7. Knowledge Check: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2022.1 15 Topics

1. Using Pre/Post Features
2. Using Simcenter 3D Search
3. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
4. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
5. Displaying a Model
6. Lab: Displaying a Model
7. Selecting Objects
8. Using Selection Recipes
9. Lab: Selecting Objects
10. Using Groups
11. Lab: Using Groups
12. Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
14. Knowledge Check: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
15. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

5 Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post - 2022.1 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2022.1 9  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2022.1 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Knowledge Check: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2022.1 29 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
11. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Controlling Mesh Density
24. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
25. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
26. Lab: Modifying Element Size
27. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
28. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Knowledge Check: Meshing

3 Modeling Connections - 2022.1 19 Topics

1. Modeling Connections
2. Modeling Pinned Connections
3. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
5. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
6. Modeling Glue Connections
7. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
8. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
9. Modeling Bolted Connections
10. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
11. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
12. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
13. Creating Universal Connections
14. Lab: Modeling Universal Connections
15. Lab: Connecting Bodies
16. Lab Solution: Connecting Bodies
17. Lab: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
18. Lab Solution: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
19. Knowledge Check: Modeling Connections

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2022.1 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Knowledge Check: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2022.1 11 Topics

1. Applying Boundary Conditions
2. Nastran Structural Loads
3. Nastran Structural Constraints
4. Applying Loads
5. Applying Constraints
6. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
7. Applying Contact
8. Lab: Applying Contact
9. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
10. Lab Solution: Applying Boundary Conditions
11. Knowledge Check: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2022.1 16 Topics

1. Using Fields
2. Types of Fields
3. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
4. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
5. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
7. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
8. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
9. Displaying Fields
10. Lab: Displaying Fields
11. Using Expressions
12. Defining Expressions
13. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
14. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
15. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
16. Knowledge Check: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

7 Modeling Symmetry - 2022.1 5 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
3. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
4. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
5. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

8 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2022.1 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Knowledge Check: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

9 Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2022.1 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis

Solving the Model - 2022.1 4  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2022.1 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Warnings from the Solve
8. Determining the Validity of Results
9. Knowledge Check: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2022.1 10 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Using Subcase Constraints Versus Global Constraints
7. Linear Buckling Analysis Overview
8. Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
9. Lab: Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
10. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2022.1 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

4 Assessment: Solving the Model - 2022.1 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Solving the Model

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2022.1 6  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views 23 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
15. Lab: Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Displaying Symmetry Results in a Post View
19. Lab: Displaying Axisymmetric Results in a Post View
20. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
21. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
22. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
23. Knowledge Check: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Lab: Creating Nodal Force Reports
10. Knowledge Check: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Plotting Two Functions
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Display Properties
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Solution: Graphing Results
14. Knowledge Check: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views
2. Saving and Restoring Snapshots to Set Up Views
3. Lab: Using Snapshots to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Knowledge Check: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports 4 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Customizing a Report Template
4. Knowledge Check: Generating Reports

6 Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results

Processes and Solutions - 2022.1 7  Chapters

Learn how to analyze models using specialized Simcenter 3D tools.

1 Adaptive Meshing 4 Topics

1. Adaptive Meshing Overview
2. Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
3. Lab: Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
4. Knowledge Check: Adaptive Meshing

2 Superelements 7 Topics

1. Superelement Analysis Overview
2. Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
3. Lab: Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
4. System Modeling with External Superelements Overview
5. Modeling with External Superelements
6. Lab: Modeling with External Superelements
7. Knowledge Check: Superelements

3 Introduction to Thermal Analysis 4 Topics

1. Thermal Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
3. Lab: Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
4. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Thermal Analysis

4 Geometry Optimization 4 Topics

1. Geometry Optimization Overview
2. Geometry Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Geometry Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Geometry Optimization

5 Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization 5 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization Overview
2. Setting up the Model for Nastran Design Optimization
3. Creating Constraints and Solving for Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
4. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
5. Knowledge Check: Design Optimization

6 Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization 4 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Overview
2. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization
4. Knowledge Check: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization

7 Assessment: Processes and Solutions 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Processes and Solutions

Introduction to Response Dynamics - 2022.1 1  Chapter

Learn how to use response dynamics to analyze a model's response to an excitation.

1 Response Dynamics - 2022.1 11 Topics

1. Response Dynamics Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
3. Lab: Part 1: Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
4. Solving a Transient Analysis
5. Lab: Part 2: Solving a Response Dynamics Transient Analysis
6. Analyzing a Random Event
7. Lab: Analyzing a Random Event
8. Part 1: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
9. Part 2: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
10. Lab: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
11. Assessment: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis

Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2021.2 5  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Assessment: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2021.2 7 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Working with Simcenter 3D Files in Pre/Post
3. Preparing the Model
4. Modifying Model Geometry
5. Solving the Model and Post-processing
6. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
7. Assessment: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2021.2 14 Topics

1. Using Pre/Post Features
2. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
3. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
4. Displaying a Model
5. Lab: Displaying a Model
6. Selecting Objects
7. Using Selection Recipes
8. Lab: Selecting Objects
9. Using Groups
10. Lab: Using Groups
11. Working with Coordinate Systems
12. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Assessment: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
14. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

5 Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post - 2021.2 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2021.2 9  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2021.2 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Assessment: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2021.2 29 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
11. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Controlling Mesh Density
24. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
25. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
26. Lab: Modifying Element Size
27. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
28. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Assessment: Meshing

3 Modeling Connections - 2021.2 19 Topics

1. Modeling Connections
2. Modeling Pinned Connections
3. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
5. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
6. Modeling Glue Connections
7. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
8. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
9. Modeling Bolted Connections
10. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
11. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
12. Modeling a Tapped Bolted Connection
13. Lab: Modeling a Tapped Bolted Connection
14. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
15. Creating Universal Connections
16. Lab: Creating Universal Connections
17. Lab: Connecting Bodies
18. Lab Answer: Connecting Bodies
19. Assessment: Modeling Connections

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2021.2 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Assessment: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2021.2 11 Topics

1. Applying Boundary Conditions
2. Nastran Structural Loads
3. Nastran Structural Constraints
4. Applying Loads
5. Applying Constraints
6. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
7. Applying Contact
8. Lab: Applying Contact
9. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
10. Lab Answer: Applying Boundary Conditions
11. Assessment: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2021.2 15 Topics

1. Using Fields
2. Types of Fields
3. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
4. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
5. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
7. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
8. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
9. Displaying Fields
10. Lab: Displaying Fields
11. Using Expressions
12. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
13. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
14. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
15. Assessment: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

7 Modeling Symmetry - 2021.2 5 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
3. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
4. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
5. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

8 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2021.2 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Assessment: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

9 Assessment: Preparing the model for analysis - 2021.2 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Preparing the model for analysis

Solving the Model - 2021.2 4  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2021.2 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Solver Errors
8. Validating Results
9. Assessment: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2021.2 10 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Using Subcase Versus Global Constraints
7. Linear Buckling Analysis Overview
8. Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
9. Lab: Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
10. Assessment: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2021.2 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Assessment: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

4 Assessment: Solving the Model - 2021.2 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Solving the Model

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2021.2 6  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views - 2021.2 23 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
15. Lab: Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Displaying Symmetry Results in a Post View
19. Lab: Displaying Axisymmetric Results in a Post View
20. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
21. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
22. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
23. Assessment: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data - 2021.2 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Lab: Creating Nodal Force Reports
10. Assessment: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results - 2021.2 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Plotting Two Functions
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Display Properties
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Answer: Graphing Results
14. Assessment: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views - 2021.2 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views
2. Saving and Restoring Layout States to Set Up Views
3. Lab: Saving and Restoring Layout States to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Assessment: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Customizing a Report Template
4. Assessment: Generating Reports

6 Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results - 2021.2 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results

Processes and Solutions - 2021.2 7  Chapters

Learn how to analyze models using specialized Simcenter 3D tools.

1 Adaptive Meshing - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. Adaptive Meshing Overview
2. Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
3. Lab: Refining a Mesh with Adaptive Meshing
4. Assessment: Adaptive Meshing

2 Superelements - 2021.2 7 Topics

1. Superelement Analysis Overview
2. Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
3. Lab: Reducing a Subassembly to a Superelement
4. System Modeling with External Superelements Overview
5. Modeling with External Superelements
6. Lab: Modeling with External Superelements
7. Assessment: Superelements

3 Introduction to Thermal Analysis - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. Thermal Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
3. Lab: Setting Up and Solving a Thermal Analysis
4. Assessment: Introduction to Thermal Analysis

4 Geometry Optimization - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. Geometry Optimization Overview
2. Geometry Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Geometry Optimization
4. Assessment: Geometry Optimization

5 Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization - 2021.2 5 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization Overview
2. Setting up the Model for Nastran Design Optimization
3. Creating Constraints and Solving for Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
4. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Design Optimization
5. Assessment: Design Optimization

6 Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization - 2021.2 4 Topics

1. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Overview
2. Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization Workflow
3. Lab: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization
4. Assessment: Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization

7 Assessment: Processes and Solutions - 2021.2 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Processes and Solutions

Introduction to Response Dynamics - 2021.2 1  Chapter

Learn how to use response dynamics to analyze a model's response to an excitation.

1 Response Dynamics - 2021.2 11 Topics

1. Response Dynamics Overview
2. Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
3. Lab: Part 1: Setting Up and Solving a Response Dynamics Analysis
4. Solving a Transient Analysis
5. Lab: Part 2: Solving a Response Dynamics Transient Analysis
6. Analyzing a Random Event
7. Lab: Analyzing a Random Event
8. Part 1: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
9. Part 2: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
10. Lab: Analyzing Response to Harmonic and PSD Excitations
11. Assessment: Introduction to Response Dynamics Analysis

Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2021.1 4  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2021.1 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Assessment: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2021.1 8 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Defining the Pre/Post Model
3. Idealizing the Model's Geometry
4. Meshing the Model
5. Applying Boundary Conditions
6. Solving the Model and Post-processing
7. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
8. Assessment: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2021.1 14 Topics

1. Working with a Model using the Pre/Post User Interface
2. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
3. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
4. Displaying a Model
5. Lab: Displaying a Model
6. Selecting Objects
7. Using Selection Recipes
8. Lab: Selecting Objects
9. Using Groups
10. Lab: Using Groups
11. Working with Coordinate Systems
12. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Assessment: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
14. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2021.1 8  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2021.1 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Assessment: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2021.1 29 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
11. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Controlling Mesh Density
24. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
25. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
26. Lab: Modifying Element Size
27. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
28. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Assessment: Meshing

3 Modeling Connections - 2021.1 19 Topics

1. Modeling Connections
2. Modeling Pinned Connections
3. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
5. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
6. Modeling Glue Connections
7. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
8. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
9. Modeling Bolted Connections
10. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
11. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
12. Modeling a Tapped Bolted Connection
13. Lab: Modeling a Tapped Bolted Connection
14. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
15. Creating Universal Connections
16. Lab: Creating Universal Connections
17. Lab: Connecting Bodies
18. Lab Answer: Connecting Bodies
19. Assessment: Modeling Connections

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2021.1 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Assessment: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2021.1 11 Topics

1. Applying Boundary Conditions
2. Nastran Structural Loads
3. Nastran Structural Constraints
4. Applying Loads
5. Applying Constraints
6. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
7. Applying Contact
8. Lab: Applying Contact
9. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
10. Lab Answer: Applying Boundary Conditions
11. Assessment: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2021.1 15 Topics

1. Using Fields
2. Types of Fields
3. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
4. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
5. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
7. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
8. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
9. Displaying Fields
10. Lab: Displaying Fields
11. Using Expressions
12. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
13. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
14. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
15. Assessment: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

7 Modeling Symmetry - 2021.1 5 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
3. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
4. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
5. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

8 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2021.1 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Assessment: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

Solving the Model - 2021.1 3  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2021.1 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Solver Errors
8. Validating Results
9. Assessment: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2021.1 7 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Using Subcase Versus Global Constraints
7. Assessment: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2021.1 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Assessment: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2021.1 5  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views - 2021.1 23 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
15. Lab: Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Displaying Symmetry Results in a Post View
19. Lab: Displaying Axisymmetric Results in a Post View
20. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
21. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
22. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
23. Assessment: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data - 2021.1 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Lab: Creating Nodal Force Reports
10. Assessment: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results - 2021.1 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Plotting Two Functions
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Display Properties
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Answer: Graphing Results
14. Assessment: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views - 2021.1 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views
2. Saving and Restoring Layout States to Set Up Views
3. Lab: Saving and Restoring Layout States to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Assessment: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports - 2021.1 4 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Customizing a Report Template
4. Assessment: Generating Reports

Fundamentals of using Pre/Post - 2306 5  Chapters

Learn how to analyze a model and work with analysis data in Simcenter 3D.

1 Learning Experience Overview 2 Topics

1. Welcome: Navigation Overview
2. Fundamentals of using Pre/Post Intro

2 Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D Pre/Post - 2306 4 Topics

1. What Can You Do with Simcenter 3D Pre/Post?
2. Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
3. Lab: Finite Element Analysis in Simcenter 3D
4. Knowledge Check: Analyzing Models in Simcenter 3D and Pre/Post

3 Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files - 2306 7 Topics

1. Simcenter 3D Files Overview
2. Working with Simcenter 3D Files in Pre/Post
3. Preparing the Model
4. Modifying Model Geometry
5. Solving the Model and Post-processing
6. Lab: Using Simcenter 3D Files in an Analysis
7. Knowledge Check: Managing Analysis Data in Simcenter 3D Files

4 Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models - 2306 15 Topics

1. Using Pre/Post Features
2. Using Simcenter 3D Search
3. Using the Simulation Navigator to Work with Your Model
4. Lab: Working with a Model Using the Pre/Post User Interface
5. Displaying a Model
6. Lab: Displaying a Model
7. Selecting Objects
8. Using Selection Recipes
9. Lab: Selecting Objects
10. Using Groups
11. Lab: Using Groups
12. Working with Coordinate Systems
13. Lab: Working with Coordinate Systems
14. Knowledge Check: Using Pre/Post Features to Work with Models
15. Thank you for watching Fundamentals of using Pre/Post

5 Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post - 2306 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Fundamentals of Using Pre/Post

Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2306 10  Chapters

Learn how to prepare a model for analysis by working with geometry, meshes, connections, assemblies, loads, and boundary conditions.

1 Preparing Geometry for Meshing - 2306 13 Topics

1. Loading a Model into Simcenter 3D
2. Preparing Geometry for Meshing
3. Using Synchronous Modeling to Model Parts
4. Lab: Using Synchronous Modeling to Modify Parts
5. Simplifying Geometry with Idealization
6. Lab: Creating Midsurfaces before Meshing
7. Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
8. Lab: Simplifying Geometry with Abstraction
9. Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
10. Lab: Working with Associative Copies of Geometry
11. Lab: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
12. Lab Solution: Simplifying Geometry for Meshing
13. Knowledge Check: Preparing Geometry

2 Meshing a Model - 2306 30 Topics

1. Selecting a Mesh and Element Type
2. Creating a Mesh
3. Lab: Creating a 3D Tetrahedral Mesh
4. Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
5. Lab: Using Mesh Collectors to Organize the Model
6. Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
7. Lab: Defining Material Properties for a Mesh
8. Lab: Defining Physical Properties for a Mesh
9. Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
10. Splitting Complex Bodies for Hexahedral Meshing
11. Lab: Creating a 3D Hexahedral Mesh
12. Creating a 2D Mesh
13. Lab: Creating a 2D Mesh
14. Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
15. Lab: Creating a 2D Mapped Mesh
16. Creating a 1D Mesh
17. Lab: Creating a 1D Mesh
18. Controlling the Mesh Display
19. Creating Mesh Mating Conditions to Connnect Meshes
20. Lab: Creating Mesh Mating Conditions
21. Manual Mesh Techniques
22. Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
23. Lab: Editing Meshes with Manual Mesh Techniques
24. Controlling Mesh Density
25. Lab: Controlling Mesh Density
26. Setting Element Size and Surface Curvature
27. Lab: Modifying Element Size
28. Lab: Creating a Structured Mesh
29. Lab Solution: Creating a Structured Mesh
30. Knowledge Check: Meshing

3 Connecting Meshes - 2306 17 Topics

1. Mesh Connections
2. Pinned Connections
3. Modeling Pinned Connections
4. Lab: Modeling Pinned Connections
5. Spider Elements
6. Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
7. Lab: Modeling Connections with Spider Elements
8. Bolted Connections
9. Modeling Bolted Connections
10. Modeling Bolted Connections Using Nuts
11. Lab: Modeling a Bolted Connection with a Nut
12. Lab: Applying Bolt Pre-loads
13. Creating Universal Connections
14. Lab: Modeling Universal Connections
15. Lab: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
16. Lab Solution: Modeling Bolt Universal Connections
17. Knowledge Check: Connecting Meshes

4 Modeling Assemblies - 2306 6 Topics

1. Modeling Assemblies
2. Modeling an Assembly FEM from a CAD Assembly
3. Modeling an Assembly FEM without a CAD Assembly
4. Lab: Modeling an Associative Assembly FEM
5. Lab: Modeling a Non-associative Assembly FEM
6. Knowledge Check: Modeling Assemblies

5 Applying Boundary Conditions - 2306 12 Topics

1. Boundary Conditions
2. Loads
3. Nastran Structural Loads
4. Applying Loads
5. Constraints
6. Nastran Structural Constraints
7. Applying Constraints
8. Lab: Applying Loads and Constraints
9. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions using a Local Coordinate System
10. Lab: Applying Boundary Conditions
11. Lab Solution: Applying Boundary Conditions
12. Knowledge Check: Applying Boundary Conditions

6 Modeling Contact and Glue Conditions - 2306 10 Topics

1. Contact and Glue Conditions
2. Modeling Contact Conditions
3. Lab: Applying Contact
4. Modeling Glue Conditions
5. Lab: Modeling Edge-Surface Glue Connections
6. Lab: Modeling Surface-Surface Glue Connections
7. Applying Surface-to-Surface Contact and Gluing
8. Lab: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
9. Lab Solution: Adding Contact in a Bracket Model
10. Knowledge Check: Applying Contact and Gluing Conditions

7 Defining Variable Conditions and Properties - 2306 19 Topics

1. Fields
2. Using Fields
3. Types of Fields
4. Using Fields to Define Boundary Conditions
5. Lab: Using Fields to Define a Boundary Condition
6. Spatial Map Fields
7. Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
8. Lab: Using a Spatial Map Field to Define a Boundary Condition
9. Using a Field to Define Material Properties
10. Lab: Using a Field to Define Nonlinear Material Properties
11. Fields Display
12. Displaying Fields
13. Lab: Displaying Fields
14. Using Expressions
15. Defining Expressions
16. Lab: Using Expressions to Define Boundary Conditions
17. Lab: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
18. Lab Solution: Defining a Variable Boundary Condition
19. Knowledge Check: Defining Variable Conditions and Properties

8 Modeling Symmetry - 2306 8 Topics

1. Symmetry Modeling Overview
2. Modeling Cyclic Symmetric Structures
3. Lab: Modeling a Cyclic Symmetric Structure
4. Modeling Axisymmetric Structures
5. Lab: Modeling an Axisymmetric Structure
6. Using Plane Stress Elements in an Axisymmetric Analysis
7. Lab: Using Plane Stress Elements in a Axisymmetric Analysis
8. Knowledge Check: Modeling Symmetry

9 Checking the Model and Resolving Problems - 2306 7 Topics

1. Checking Mesh Quality
2. Techniques for Resolving Mesh Quality Issues
3. Lab: Resolving Mesh Quality Problems
4. Checking the Model Before Solving
5. Techniques for Resolving Model Quality Issues
6. Lab: Resolving Model Quality Issues
7. Knowledge Check: Checking the Model and Resolving Problems

10 Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis - 2306 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Preparing the Model for Analysis

Solving a Structural Model - 2306 4  Chapters

Learn how to solve a model with the Simcenter Nastran solver using structural analysis types.

1 Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis - 2306 9 Topics

1. Using Solutions and Subcases
2. Creating Solutions and Subcases
3. Lab: Creating Solutions and Subcases
4. Defining Solution Attributes
5. Setting Solver Parameters
6. Solving the Model
7. Dealing with Common Warnings from the Solve
8. Determining the Validity of Results
9. Knowledge Check: Setting Up and Running a Structural Analysis

2 Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows - 2306 9 Topics

1. Structural Analysis Overview
2. Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
3. Lab: Linear Statics Analysis Workflow
4. Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
5. Lab: Normal Modes Analysis Workflow
6. Linear Buckling Analysis Overview
7. Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
8. Lab: Linear Buckling Analysis Workflow
9. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Structural Analysis Workflows

3 Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows - 2306 8 Topics

1. Nonlinear Analysis Overview
2. Setting Up a Nonlinear Solution
3. Lab: Geometric Nonlinear Analysis
4. Using Time Steps in a Nonlinear Solution
5. Lab: Using Timesteps in a Nonlinear Solution
6. Evaluating Nonlinear Models
7. Lab: Evaluating Nonlinear Models
8. Knowledge Check: Introduction to Nonlinear Analysis Workflows

4 Assessment: Solving the Model - 2306 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Solving the Model

Reviewing Analysis Results - 2306 6  Chapters

Learn how to display analysis results using post views, graphs, and reports.

1 Displaying Results in Post Views - 2306 22 Topics

1. Displaying Results Overview
2. Displaying Results in Post Processing
3. Displaying Results in a Post View
4. Lab: Displaying Results in a Post View
5. Controlling Visibility in Post Views
6. Lab: Controlling Visibility in Post Views
7. Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
8. Lab: Displaying Results in Multiple Viewports
9. Animating Results
10. Lab: Animating Results
11. Annotating Results
12. Lab: Annotating Results
13. Displaying More Results in Post Processing
14. Displaying Stress Results on 2D Elements
15. Lab: Displaying Stress/Strain Results on 2D Elements
16. Calculating and Displaying Beam Stresses
17. Lab: Displaying Beam Stresses
18. Results Viewer
19. Displaying Results in the Results Viewer
20. Lab: Displaying Results in Post Views
21. Lab Solution: Displaying Results in Post Views
22. Knowledge Check: Displaying Results in Post Views

2 Manipulating Results Data - 2306 10 Topics

1. Manipulating Results Data Overview
2. Identifying and Outputting Results
3. Lab: Identifying and Outputting Results
4. Creating Custom Results
5. Lab: Creating Custom Results
6. Combining and Enveloping Results
7. Lab: Enveloping and Combining Results
8. Creating Nodal Force Reports
9. Lab: Creating Nodal Force Reports
10. Knowledge Check: Manipulating Results Data

3 Graphing Results - 2306 14 Topics

1. Graphing Overview
2. Graphing Results Across FE Entities
3. Lab: Graphing Results Across FE Entities
4. Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
5. Lab: Graphing Results Using a Query Curve
6. Graphing Results Across Iterations
7. Lab: Graphing Results Across Multiple Iterations
8. Plotting Two Functions
9. Lab: Plotting Two Functions
10. Modifying Graph Display Properties
11. Lab: Modifying Graph Display Properties
12. Lab: Graphing Results
13. Lab Solution: Graphing Results
14. Knowledge Check: Graphing Results

4 Saving and Restoring Views - 2306 6 Topics

1. Saving and Restoring Views Overview
2. Saving and Restoring Snapshots to Set up Views
3. Lab: Using Snapshots to Set Up Views
4. Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
5. Lab: Saving and Restoring Post View Settings
6. Knowledge Check: Saving and Restoring Views

5 Generating Reports - 2306 5 Topics

1. Introduction to Creating Reports
2. Generating a Report
3. Lab: Generating a Report
4. Customizing a Report Template
5. Knowledge Check: Generating Reports

6 Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results - 2306 1 Topic

1. Assessment: Reviewing Analysis Results