This book introduces the basic features of SolidWorks simulation through practical solved examples. It provides a detailed description of all stages and program commands used during static analysis of a body. It offers a description of some common examples and techniques used to reduce the size of the model and to increase the accuracy of the calculations. It also discusses useful, yet hard to find information about applications of the program, i.e. calculations of welded or plastically deformed machine elements.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Development of a Finite Element (FE) Model of a Body (Preprocessor Stage)
Chapter 3 : Development of a Finite Element (FE) Model of a Body (Processor Stage)
Chapter 4 : Development of a Finite Element (FE) Model of a Body (Processor Stage)
Chapter 5 : Impact of The Mesh Density and Viewing Mode on The Final Results
Chapter 6 : Static Analysis of a Solid Body aith a Circular or a Planar Symmetry
Chapter 7 : Static Analysis of a Shell Body
Chapter 8 : Static Analysis of a Frame Body
Chapter 9 : Static Analysis of a Complex Structure
Index
