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Getting Started with ANSYS Workbench

  • Workbench project workflows and available templates
  • Interface navigation, unit settings, and data management
  • Project schematics and understanding cell states

Geometry Preparation and CAD Interoperability

  • Importing CAD models and geometry healing techniques
  • Introduction to SpaceClaim/DesignModeler for defeaturing
  • Managing name selections and part/body organization

Engineering Data: Materials and Units

  • Navigating material libraries and creating custom materials
  • Overview of linear elastic properties and temperature dependencies
  • Assigning materials and managing unit systems

Meshing Fundamentals

  • Element types, sizing controls, and relevance settings
  • Local mesh refinement and inflation layer application
  • Mesh quality assessments and industry best practices

Static Structural Analysis Setup

  • Defining contacts, joints, and connections
  • Applying loads, constraints, and boundary condition strategies
  • Configuring analysis settings, solver controls, and convergence criteria

Solution, Post-Processing, and Interpretation

  • Running solution jobs, monitoring progress, and troubleshooting
  • Analyzing stress, strain, and deformation results using path/probe tools
  • Validating results and identifying common pitfalls

Parametric Studies and Design Exploration (Introduction)

  • Working with parameters, design points, and response tracking
  • Conducting what-if studies and understanding basic optimization concepts
  • Generating reports and exporting results

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Understanding of basic engineering mechanics principles
  • Experience with 3D CAD concepts or familiarity with CAD tools
  • Basic knowledge of finite element analysis terminology

Target Audience

  • Design and mechanical engineers initiating their journey in simulation
  • Technical analysts transitioning to ANSYS Workbench
  • R&D professionals requiring validation of product designs
 35 Hours

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