ANSYS Complete Course | 08. Geometry consideration

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* Plane stress analysis is a method used in engineering to assess the behavior of structures under loads applied in a plane. It assumes that stress is primarily limited to two dimensions within the material, neglecting out-of-plane stresses. This simplification is suitable for thin components or when loads are predominantly in the plane. By calculating stress distributions, considering material properties, boundary conditions, and applied loads, engineers can determine the structure's strength and deformation. This analysis aids in evaluating structural integrity and safety, particularly for thin-walled structures like plates and shells. * Plane strain analysis is a technique used in engineering to evaluate the behavior of structures or components under loads when there is significant deformation occurring in a plane while the deformation in the out-of-plane direction is negligible. It assumes that the material experiences strains primarily in two dimensions, resulting in negligible changes in thickness. By considering material properties, boundary conditions, and applied loads, engineers can analyze the stress distribution and deformation patterns within the structure. This analysis is commonly used for thick-walled structures or situations where deformation primarily occurs in a plane, such as in rolling processes or large-scale metal forming. It helps in assessing structural integrity, predicting failure modes, and optimizing designs for such applications. * Axi-symmetric analysis, implemented in ANSYS software, is a method used to analyze structures or components that possess rotational symmetry around an axis. This analysis assumes that the geometry, material properties, and applied loads are symmetric about the axis of revolution, significantly reducing the computational complexity. By modeling a 2D cross-section and assuming rotational symmetry, engineers can evaluate the structural response, stress distribution, and deformation patterns. Axi-symmetric analysis is particularly useful for cylindrical or rotationally symmetric components, such as pipes, pressure vessels, or circular plates subjected to axisymmetric loads. It provides insights into the behavior of these structures under various loading conditions, aiding in design optimization and ensuring their structural integrity. * Cyclic symmetry analysis, available in ANSYS software, is a technique used to analyze structures or components that exhibit periodic or rotational symmetry around an axis. This analysis leverages the repetitive nature of the geometry, material properties, and applied loads to significantly reduce computational effort. By modeling only a sector or segment of the structure and applying appropriate boundary conditions, engineers can simulate the behavior of the entire cyclically symmetric system. Cyclic symmetry analysis is valuable for analyzing components like blades, wheels, or structures with repeated patterns. It allows engineers to study the response to cyclic loading, evaluate stress distributions, and predict fatigue life. This analysis facilitates efficient and accurate design optimization, saving computational resources and enabling the assessment of complex cyclically symmetric systems. * Mirror symmetry analysis, supported by ANSYS software, is a method used to analyze structures or components that possess a mirror symmetry plane. This analysis takes advantage of the symmetrical nature of the geometry, material properties, and applied loads across the mirror plane to reduce computational efforts and modeling complexity. By modeling only one half or a portion of the structure and applying appropriate boundary conditions, engineers can accurately simulate the behavior of the entire symmetric system. Mirror symmetry analysis is particularly useful for structures like beams, plates, or assemblies that exhibit symmetrical features. It allows engineers to evaluate stress distribution, deformation patterns, and response to applied loads while reducing computational resources and improving efficiency in design optimization and assessment of symmetric systems. * Contact ☎, WhatsApp, +91-9481635839, ✉ [email protected] for Projects * More ANSYS Videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/grscadcae